Rappahannock News, April 26, 2000

. •■ ;■ . t*: ’** S*'«.Vsijk». . ..| | , . , , . _ > v..:. <'* , ’ .Ss,.' AtoJL.. ,*fw£S.r<Sl> rSgfciteL'.* • ■ • '(SS^ . i, V »*''''"» 1 /nr , j p , *1 XT «* ■—rr rr- -r r—V Tr r ,r rr---,, v if Kappanumiock X*ountyLs ramily Newspaper Sitice 123nd Year ... No. 17 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2000 % :S’*r -:y r ,{~ s * g'rpx. 50 cents Rapp Briefs Spaghetti dinner set A benefit spaghetti dinner will be held on Saturday, April 29 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Washington fire hall. The all-youcan-eat dinner is sponsored by Bennie Lee Atkins Relay for Life Team and all proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Cost is $8 for adults; $4 for children four to 12 and children under four will eat for free. There will be door prizes, a silent auction and entertainment. Personal property deadline May 1 The blue personal property forms must be returned to the Rappahannock Commissioner of Revenue’s Office by Monday, May 1. If you didn’t receive a form or should you have questions call the office between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Morchella Mania weekend slated The Smokehouse Winery will host Morchella Mania, a weekend celebration of Morel (Merkels) and other Fungi on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 from 12 to 5 p.m. There will be Morel and Wild Mushroom inspired foods, music from local talent Warren Phinney and artistic mushroom photo shots orr display. Come taste the new releases: Honeysuckle Metheglin (a honeysuckle Mead) and Braggot (a traditional Celtic drink). A $10 fee includes tastings, glass of wine, gourmet goods, entertainment and wine glass. Call the winery at 987-3194 for more information and directions. Musical to be held Wakefield Country Day School’s spring musical and art show will be held on Friday, April 28 at 7 p,m. at the school. The public is invited. Happenings • Monday, May 1 the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors will meet at the courthouse at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tentative agenda items include: Old business: Adoption of FY 2001 School Budget; Ballfields project update; Public convenience site opening and dumpster closing schedule and plans; Census 2000; Aileen facility and Appropriation to 35015501, ACO vehicle $20,600. New business items include: VJCCA Funding Resolution; FY 2001 Budget work session; Appointments and Correspondence. The 7 p.m. session will include SE#00-03-03, Massanova Pentecostal Church, expansion of non-conforming structure, r • Tuesday, May 9 the Rappahannock School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday, May 10 the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the town hall. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Breathtaking! Rappahannock News Photo/Carl Eborn Beautiful pink dogwood blossoms offer exceptional bright color and abundant bloom at a residence near the town of Woodville. Trash Free Rappahannock Thanks to a partnership between Trash Free Rappahannock (TFR) and the local court system, supported by the Rappahannock Lions and other concerned community citizens, the roads to the county will be much cleaner. Rather than having VDOT pay contract maintenance crews to pick up trash on all county roads, the new system uses an untapped resource: court-ordered community service workers. These are people who are ordered by the General District Court, the Juvenile Court and the Circuit Court to perform community service as part of their punishment. Working with VDOT Superintendent, Bob Moore, and Partnership new to county VDOT Supervisor, Ennis Jenkins, the county roads, which the trash is picked up by TFR, are removed from the VDOT contract, saving contract dollars. The program, which was developed by Commonwealth Attorney Peter Luke, and TFR board members, John Kiser and Buck Payne, uses TFR volunteers, many of whom are members of the Rappahannock Lions, to supervise adult and juvenile offenders assigned to do community service work. The program is also supported by the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors and County Sheriff’s Office. County deputies periodically drive by the work locations for additional monitoring. A pilot program conducted last fall resulted in over 100 hours of community service labor, netting some 400 bags of trash removed from our county roads. The program has expanded from three Saturdays to five Saturdays this year. TFR has covered roads in Woodville, Sperryville, Washington, Flint Hill and Amissville. “This kind of program really holds offenders responsible for their actions while benefiting the community,” said Senior See TRASH, Page A8 Amissville planning process presented at Planning Commission meeting BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock Newa Special Writer In stark contrast to the approach used by Robert Lindquist to disseminate his “Amissville Commercial Development Plan” to county officials this past March, the Amissville Area Community Association (AACA) used the “Public Comment” portion of last week’s Planning Commission meeting to present their approach for the “Amissville Community Planning Process.” AACA President Steve Miller introduced the subject of Amissville community planning and Paul Komar, AACA’s Chairman for Organization and Planning, presented details of the planning process that the organization has adopted. According to Mr. Komar, the Organization and Planning Group’s effort has two goals: 1) to prepare draft village alternative plans, that are consistent with the County Comprehensive Plan, for use by the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors; and 2) to prepare a draft Jackson District “Annex” to the Comprehensive Plan. The process of plan development, Mr. Komar related, starts with the collection and processing of data including an inventory of properties, businesses, roads and historic sites; information on historic landmarks, events and area history; an assessment of county and Amissville economic needs; and the desires and priorities of community residents based upon the results of a broadly distributed survey. “Village alternatives” will then be developed, he said. Each alternative will have pros and cons defined, as well as a definition of the impact of the alternative on the County and the Amissville community in areas including: population growth potential, roads, land preservation, the retention of the rural character, tourism and taxes. The process is well underway, with, more than two hundred survey forms returned, nearly one hundred historical sites identified, data collection ongoing in numerous areas, and feasibility investigations ongoing for “low impact business opportunities.” Commission activities Regular Planning Commission activities included the review and positive recommendation of applications by the Massanova Pentecostal Church for an addition and by Edward and Deloris Payne for a family apartment. The Rev. L. D. Savage spoke on behalf of the Massanova Pentecostal Church which is located on Aaron Mt. Road in Castleton. He said that “contractors in the church [membership] think that the structure is questionable” and the church thus has applied to remove the “old” por- • tion of the church and replace it with a larger, “more comfortable and accessible” facility. Administrator McCarthy noted that a Special Exception permit is required due to the fact that the building is nonconforming because it is too close to the road, and does not comply with current setback requirements. Commissioner Thomas Tepper expressed his opposition to “establishing a precedent” by See PROCESS, Page A8 Support heard for School Budget BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock Supervisors heard nearly unanimous support for the School Board’s budget proposal at a, hearing Monday night. Though the Public Hearing attracted only a mod-1 erately small gathering, not one! speaker promoted budget reductions, and most called for supervisor initiative to restore cuts made by the School Board to administrative salary increases. Stonewall-Hawthorne District Supervisor Robert Anderson served as acting chairman in the absence of the recuperating Pete Estes. He opened the hearing by noting that the “School Board worked long and hard on the budget,” and introduced School Board Chair Rosa Crocker who, in turn, introduced those School Board members in attendance. County Administrator John McCarthy provided procedural information, saying that the Board of Supervisors must wait, by law, seven days from the date of the public hearing to adopt the schools budget. The budget then will be discussed and voted upon at the May 1 meeting of the Board of Supervisors. school Superintendent Ur. David Gangel provided insight into the priorities that drove this year’s budget development and established the theme of “competitiveness for teachers” that was often repeated throughout the hearing. Dr. Gangel thanked the Board of Supervisors for their past support of “specific budgets and capital projects” and for their “ingenuity and initiative” in supporting Rappahannock schools. He cited, as an example, their support for the development of a soccer field out of unexpectedly suitable space at the new athletic fields, and the soccer team offered their thanks to the board as well. Dr. Gangel provided information that supported approval of the budget, including a listing of those items contributing to the bulk of this year’s increase. They represent 84 percent of the budget increase, he said, and include some $328,000 for teacher salary and benefit increases, nearly $176,000 for health and life insurance increases, and almost $70,000 for new addition start up expenses. He also stressed Rappahannock’s low ranking (101 out of 131) in teacher salaries, and highlighted the need to become and remain competitive in order to attract and retain the wellqualified educators who have been the key to the success of Rappahannock County schools. School Board Chair Rosa Crocker spoke of the School Board’s goals of “challenge and achievement for all students,” and stressed that the teacher is the most critical element in .meeting that goal. She too called for the Board of Supervisors to See BUDGET, Page A8 Hostas galore Photo courtesy of Long Mountain Nursery See Story and photos, Page B1

Poetry Anthology 2000 The following are poems from Mrs. Lois Markeefs fifth grade reading class. A whopper is real good. When you bite in, it may be a bit cheesy. It really is tasty. It may be big and juicy. Foxy the fox liked the fox family One day I was walking through the woods. I saw a green cake. It smelled like grass and tasted like bugs. Samantha Foreback Peeking Pikachu pops Pokemon Pop guns. Matthew Butler The sun is a big yellowish red. Don’t look at the sun it will bum your head. Even though he’s out in space you can still see his face. He’s a grumpy fellow, and he’s mighty yellow. Lee Nicholson If I sleep with my shell under my pillow, I will dream about going to the beach and a bunch of sea shells will attack people. James Hartman Peanuts are good. Peanuts are bad. Peanuts make you sad and glad. Austin Howard My beautiful shell My shell has all of the rainbow colors. V My shell belongs'to a crab’ When he geflfi»out Of hi£ S^ell, I get to listen to*the oc^afl. His shell is very’ hard* and And his shell tastes like sand. As I was walking through the garden, I tried not to stare. But, I couldn’t help myself. I stared and stared As the purple flowers hypnotized me and, Their smell of lavender turned me to their side. The dog is very cute. The dog has a lot of fur. It is a puppy. It is the smallest of all. It has a lot of bones and toys. Kaleidoscope to me is cool, But it is not much fun being inside In its freaky light. Tony Kestner Homes that are destroyed Or taken away from families, Many wonder why we Ever lost our homes. rough. Amber Long The Dog Katie Burke Homeless Listen to all the homes that 6nly Exist in people’s past, in the families once again. Smile. So you should share your smiles. Chris Clough Flying I think flying might be fun. I would rather fly than run. It might not give me exercise. But, I can make a compromise. Anna Owen Vamack and Lolly Lolly is dark red. He lives where there are storms. It’s always like winter. Vamack is pale blue. She sounds as sweet as a flute. She stays in the summer In a palace of flowers. Samantha Misdom Vamack and Lolly Lolly is a baby, pale blue in June. Lolly is like the softest smelling perfume Dabbed on your wrist. Lolly is the sound of a softly playing flute. Varnack is the smell of ammonia on the Sharp windy days of January. Vamack is the color of a grape The meaning of ‘bird-bath’ A Carolina wren has built a nest in Bob Lyon’s bathroom and laid four eggs in it. As far as I am concerned, that is a very smart wren. Lee Trott and I have just returned from an overnight visit with Jody and Bob Lyon at their home in the woods near Purcellville. As conservation activists, well-informed naturalists and gracious hosts, they have a home filled with books, art, and plants that reflect their broad interest in the natural world. Every aspect of nature engages their enthusiasm. The pair of wrens that chose the Lyon bathroom for a nest chose a spot where they would be free from predation by snakes — the black snake in particular. No snake is likely to crawl up the wall and All Things , Wild And I Wonderful John Trott into that second-story bathroom searching for a meal of wren eggs or young, a favorite food of snakes. It is also unlikely that a brown-headed cowbird will enter the window — open only a few inches — with the intent of laying her egg in the wren nest. A cowbird egg in a wren nest is usually a disaster; the cowbird is larger than the wren nestlings. It is also hungry and aggressive, with the result that the wren’s hatchlings starve because the cow TO AVOID PENALTY Personal Property must be filed before May 1st. This can be done by phone, by mail, or in person. If you have any questions call the Commissioner of Revenue's office (840) 678-3813 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahannock New* Subscription Rates By ^ Rappahannock.$21 .“/yea Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.“/year Name Address City__ State Zip. Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: fiappahaimocfc News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: Old Address: The Rappahannock Ate»*(ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. bird gets all the food. My next observation on the wisdom of wrens is anthropomorphic, consequently unscientific, projecting human wisdom into the two little birds (who are the color of a new copper penny). Do those wrens know that Bob Lyon loves all life possessing feathers (except starlings and house sparrows) as well as green, growing things (omitting Japanese honeysuckle and garlic mustard)? Is that why the female built her nest in his bathroom? The wren nest in Bob Lyon’s bathroom is a result of an interesting chain of events. Last summer, a red-eyed vireo built her hanging basket of a nest in a dogwood tree just outside the window. Bob Lyon removed the screen, opened the window and proceeded to photograph the vireo nest from inside without disturbing the bird. I benefited from the use of that bathroom as a bird blind when I spent a happy time with my camera aimed at the vireo nest which, when I visited in July, contained only one fledgling unwilling to leave home. The little bird called and called. Eventually the adult — greenish in color, with a stripe over her (or his) rubyred eye — flew in with a wriggling caterpillar and poked it into the ex-nestling’s mouth. I was so pleased that the young bird finally got a meal that I forgot to record the event on film! The screen was not put back over the window and one warm day in March, Bob Lyon opened the window a bit. The Carolina wren took advantage of the absent screen and open window, flew in and built her bulky nest of fruit with dark Red mixed in. Vamack is the sound of a loud trumpet playing. Rebecca Tupper Luminating lames In a solar powered house Getting dark. Hurry and Turn off all extra lights. Laura To Vamack and Lolly Lolly is spring, so beautiful and silent. Lolly is peaceful sea. Lolly is baby blue like the sky. But Varnack is a thunder storm so dark and cold. Varnack is dark colors like feelings on a rainy day. Christina Narramore I went to the house with a shovel. I dug up snowballs and found a bubble. C.J. Hagenson Blue Blue, Blue What do you do? When you smell like blueberries: Yet taste like Scodos. When you are liked by many, But known by few, Know what I am? A Blue Berry Baby. Emily Welch If I sleep with my shell under my pillow, I will dream about going to the beach and be so lucky to find a Rollodex watch that still works, and find a car buried under the sand. And it’s a red Corvette. When I wake leaves, gravevine bark and horsehair on the vanity, between a ceramic duck and a bottle of mouthwash. It was natural for Bob Lyon to turn the bathroom over to the wren and use the facilities at the other end of the house. I understood his decision. Our host was reluctant to show me the nest today. He did not want the wren disturbed in any way. Using my past experiences with Carolina wrens, I tried to convince him that one visit, to check on the number of eggs, would not disturb the wrens. Carolina wrens are noted for going about the business of incubating eggs and raising young without regard to human activity. Lee Trott and I were allowed one quick look at the wren nest. It contained five beautiful speckled eggs. I learned of the wren nest in the Lyon bathroom last evening while the four of us were sitting around a big fire, relating stories of birds and bird watchers. As is usual with me, I got up very early this chill morning in mid-April, secured a mug of coffee and went outside to prowl in the woods surrounding the house. When I stepped out the door, the first thing I heard was the loud, emphatic, ringing song of a Carolina wren. Scene-er-y, scene-er-y, the little bird called from near the end of the house containing his nest. I don’t know what scenery the bird was referring to, but the sight of Virginis bluebells, toothwort, yellow violets and two species of trillium — white and magenta — was splendid scenery for me. I was in a paradise of spring wild flowers. Those wrens and I understand each other. We know what a good and loving man is this Bob Lyon. up, I find my shell under my pillow, the Rollodex watch on my wrist, and the red Corvette with a little bit of sand on it. If I give this shell to you, it will sound like the ocean. If you put it under your pillow, when you fall asleep, you will wake up in the morning with the things you saw in your dream. Matthew Bywaters How does A river flow If there is not wind to Blow it farrr down the beautifiil Mountain? Angela Bigelow The dolphins swim Across the wide eyed sea. The dolphins swim Only for you and me. The graceful creatures Explore the unknown While all we can do Is be stunned with what we have just been shown. Katrina Bigelow Bees Buzz Bees buzz bizzilly bringing bee Brush breakfast bed between branches Bush, Ben bush hog, Buddy broke Buddy Bush hoe Ben. Gunnar Propst Clouds The clouds are for the shade of the sun. The clouds are for the rain. But best of all the clouds are For the wind. Lauren Foster Mean Mean like a machine. I fumbled and tumbled, But I am mean. Billy Joe Moore Green and Bean I see green. It smells Like a bean. It makes me Really mean. I better not see Green. I might turn into a Bean. The green beans like To spank and eat corn flakes WCDS News BY LORI FERREIRA Admissions Coordinator • Wakefield Country Day School would like to congratulate Katherine and Allison Russo of Flint Hill! Fourth grader, Katherine, placed fourth and sixth grader, Allison, placed first in the under 12 category of the annual Fodderstack Race on April 15. The Wakefield Country Counselors join department Sharon Miller and Lynn Stephenson have joined the Department of Rehabilitative Services as Rehabilitation Counselors. They will work out of the Culpeper Field Office located at Culpeper Office Park, 767 Madison Road, Suite 114. Mrs. Miller will be working the Fauquier and Rappahannock county area adult population and Lynn Stephenson will be covering the Culpeper, Orange, Madison, Rappahannock and Fauquier county area school population. The Virginia Department WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER Whirlpool' Whirlpool LXR623EQ 27" Extra Large Capacity Automatic Washer • 6 Automatic Cycles • 2 Wash/ Spin Speeds • 3 Wash/ Rinse Water Temp. Combinations • 2 Water Level Selections • White-on-White Styling^/ spf***' , «g“1 Oo RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, Virginia 540-987-8555y With sausage. Corey Hitt Green Bean I see a green bean. It smells like a com flake i On the river. It tastes like A fried chicken wing. ■ Joshua Coffey Cats Cut, cuddly cats cut can cause Cutting cans cut cute cuddly cats. Samantha Long The sky is light blue. When you look up at the Light blue sky, you see clouds.; The light blue sky is nice. The light blue sky smells likei Waves blowing in the cool ocean. / The light, blue sky. Samantha Stuart I like truck to hall by bucks and little ducks. I like a Ford. With a Ford, you never get board. I like a Ford because a Chevy makes me board. I like mud tires and silver roll bars. I like trucks. Jimmie Williams Dolphins As the dolphins swim through the water, Each has a son or a daughter. Every time they dive under, They make a splash. The sound of thunder.. Each one has its own direction, To find a leader, there’s no election. These dolphins, they are very fast, As they swim quickly past. They’re funnier than a seagull. These animals are never dull. Every time you see a fin, You can’t stop the sensation to jump rite in! As you can see, You don’t have to flee, Like you would for a shark, •. In the dark! Emily Slater Day School Student Government would like to thank all who patronized the April 15 car wash to benefit this year’s prom. In spite of threatening storm clouds, the car wash was a great success, and a lot of fun! • Wakefield Country Day School’s Spring Musical and Art Show will be held on April 28 at 7 p.m. at the school. The public is invited to attend. of Rehabilitative Services is the state agency that provides and advocates for the highest quality of services thqt empower individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and full inclusion into society. Vocational rehabilitation services are delivered to over 25,000 citizens each year through four regional office®, 36 field offices within the corjmunity. « In partnership, DRS arid the community based rehabilitation providers offer valuable programs and services such 3s vocational counseling, job ~ .***wav, tive technology and other specialized services tailored to individual needs, abilities and interests. Mrs. Miller is an alumni of Old Dominion University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Services Counseling and a Master’s of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Medical College of Virginia. Mr. Stephenson has a Bachelor of Science from Longwood College in Health and Physical Education. He also attended the University of Virginia taking classes toward a Mental Retardation Teaching Endorsement. He has a Master’s of Science from Virginia Tech in Vocational and Technical Education. Mr. Stephenson was employed by Madison County High School as a Special Education Teacher and Transition Coordinator for 12 years. He most recently worked for the Department-of Correctional Education at the Culpeper Juvenile Correctional Center as * a Transition Specialist. He !is married with three children and resides in Greene County.

Photo courtesy of Paul Fincham Bluegrass at its finest The Skyline Bluegrass Band will perform at Cooter’s on Sunday, April 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. The band is composed of (left to right) Wayne Jenkins on bass, Paul Fincham on guitar (formerly of Rappahannock), Wayne Ashbrook on mandolin and Glenn Cantell on banjo. Cooter’s is located just west of Sperryville on U.S. 211. Year 2000 Rappahannock County Relay for Life BY MIKE MAHONEY Rappahannock News Writer Event organizers have released a preliminary schedule for the Year 2000 Rappahannock County Relay for Life. The pre-Relay activities will begin with registration and campsite set-up at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 19 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. There will be music or other entertainment beginning at 6:30 and welcome ceremonies begin at 7. The Relay itself will begin at 7:25 with the “survivors’ lap”. All cancer survivor's are urged to participate in this part of the Relay. Following the survivors lap, walkers from teams continue the Relay throughout the night and other team members enjoy the activities or sleep or rest at their camp sites. At dark, the Relay track will be lit by luminaries in honor or memory of cancer victims and cancer survivors. Tradition requires that Rappahannock County events that last more than one hour must have food. So the Relay features a picnic beginning at 7:30 p.m., a Midnight Madness With Pizza at 12 and breakfast at 7 a.m. on Saturday. There are no rules against participants bringing snacks to sustain themselves between meals. Cheri Woodward will be repeating her last year’s able performance as Master of Ceremonies. Various other Rappahannock notables will be appearing throughout the evening including: Pastors Wendell Grant, Merlin Shorb, and Jon Heddleston. Music will be performed by the Rappahannock County School Band, the Amissville Baptist Church Chorus, Lorraine Duisit, and the Lost River Bluegrass Band. The Relay for Life is the annual fund raising event of the Rappahannock County chapter of the American Cancer Society. Most fundraising actually takes place before the event as Relay teams members solicits sponsors for themselves and their teams and through other activities such as bake sales and yard sales. One team, the “Bennie L. Atkins Relay for Life Team” is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner at the Washington Fire Hall on April 29. There will be “allyou-can-eat” spaghetti with all the usual extras as well as door prizes and entertainment. Tickets are $8 for adults; $4 for children aged four to 12, and free for chil Breeden's Plant House ’ 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. House Plants, Gifts, Planting Supplies, Hanging Baskets; Flowering & Vegetable Bedding Plants 89‘ per pack. Make sure to visit our shop featuring silk arrangements and gifts. 540-923-4381 Directions: From Sperryville, take Rt. 231 S. for 12 miles, turn left on 642, go 1.5 miles 11763 Lee Hwy.. Sp«rryvill«. 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Another pre-Relay event will be the appearance of the Page County Ramblers at the Chester Gap Fire Hall on May 6. Ben “Cooter” Jones will also be there. Admission is free but donations will be requested and baked goods and other items will be on sale. For more information, the following people may be contacted: about the Relay itself or the spaghetti dinner: Ben Atkins at 635-2377; about the appearance of the Page County Ramblers and the bake sale, call Carolyn Leake at 635-2073; about the Survivors Lap, call Ellen Joback at 675-1657; and about the Luminaria, call Jennifer Manley 635-2016. A good way to join in the fight against cancer is to sponsor a Relay team or generously contribute to a team. Remember: the Relay for Life is a relay without a finish line, .until we find a cure for cancer. MISSING 1 Large, male Shepard-Husky mix. Called “Bouncer.” He was lost around April 16th, at that time he wore identification and a tick collar. REWARD! (540)987-8961 Education forum - thought provoking BY LINDA TARRY Rappahannock News Writer From the tasty lasagna dinner, through the thought provoking discussions, to the final words of thanks from moderator Dave Gillis, the Headwaters PublicEducation.com forum on April 13 was a satisfying success. A good cross-section of the county, including parents, teachers and school administrators, came out to listen and take part in a panel discussion on “New Directions in Education.” The three panelists were Diane Melby of Lord Fairfax Community College, George Baker from Orange County Public Schools and John Esty, adviser to Boston, Mass. Public Schools. They led discussions on new directions for vocational education, school funding and school reform. Members of the audience got a chance to not only listen to new ideas about public education, but to also actively take part in three small group discussions, led by each of the panelists. Diane Melby, Technical Preparation Coordinator at Lord Fairfax Community College, led her group in discussing responsibility of votech students, both in the school and work place, the importance of family support, and the need for statistics on county school graduates who could be invited back to share their experiences in the workplace. George Baker, Director of Finance with Orange County Public Schools, led his group in discussing how to find other Photo courtesy of Linda Tarry PANELISTS: Forum speakers included: Diane Melby, John Esty and George Baker. revenue streams for school funding, the need for community cooperation to fill gaps, and how state funds could be more fairly distributed. John Esty, a former principal and current adviser to the Boston, Mass. Public Schools, led his group in a discussion of new trends in faculty evaluation and the responsibilities of a good school system to grow not only children, but also teachers. In final remarks, Mr. Esty noted that school improvement and change takes much more time than most people realize. He also pointed out that schools, which are political entities, need to have the support of all areas of the community. Headwaters hopes to present another forum in the fall that will agaip focus on education issues affecting our children. They would like to thank everyone who helped make the evening such a success, especially the PTO for their help in organizing the dinner and First Thursday for lending support. New show at Middle Street Jim Fort, one of the Piedmont areas best known wood sculptors, will open a new show at the Middle Street Gallery in Washington on May 5. It will run until May 28. The public is invited to an opening reception on Sunday, May 7 from 2 to 6 p.m. The gallery is located next to The Inn and is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Fort describes working in his abstract wood forms as “always a joy and a challenge dealing with the surprise of a weathered, decayed place in a crucial area is more than offset by finding a beautiful burl or a sudden change in color.” The many hours of work involved in creating a sculpture are rewarded when the final coat of oil is rubbed into the wood. Fort’s work has previously appeared in a two person show at the Middle Street Gallery with painter Margaret Novak and in numerous juried shows in the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. He has shown else where, in the United States including Delta State University in Mississippi and the Anderson South Carolina Art Center. His works are in numerous private collections in many sections of the country. Fort has studied with Jeannie Lea Knight, Leonard Cave, Ralph Banney and Ruth Waters. 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Bernard Fisken appointed to Advisory Board of RPCV/W Bernard Fisken, Senior Associate at Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman, CPAs, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Greater Washington DC (PCVAV). RPCVAV, with more than 1,400 members, is the largest chapter of returned Peace Corps Volunteers in the nation. Mr. Fisken brings to the board over 35 years of experience and commitment to the Volunteer movement. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador from 1964 to 1966, working with an Indian tribe in the Andes Mountains. Mr. Fisken then became a Cross-Cultural Trainer at Montana State University and Northern Arizona University, preparing Peace Corps trainees for their volunteer service overseas. Later, he was Director of the University “Year For Action Program” at the experimental Johnston College of the University of Redlands. That program enabled college students to gain academic credit for pgx* forming volunteer activity in disadvantaged communities throughout Southern California. Mr. Fisken is a founding Board Member j of the Association of PVO Financial | Managers, a leading group of Chief Financial Officers of organizations working in international development. He has for some time provided training and management consulting services to volunteer nonprofit organizations in the USA and overseas. Mr. Fisken is fluent in Spanish and has a working knowledge of several other languages. Mr. Fisken lives with his wife Kathleen in the Flint Hill section of Rappahannock County. They are indeed a Peace Corps cou, pie. Prior to meeting Bernard, Kathleen served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in India and as a Cross-Cultural Trainer for Peace Corps Trainees at The Experiment for International Living in Vermont and the University of Missouri. Kathleen is fluent in Spanish and Hindustani. Both Fiskens continue their long commitment to volunteerism in the county. Mr. Fisken is a member of the Fire Levy Board, while Mrs. Fisken is on the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Rappahannock News. Both Mr. and Mrs. Fisken are Senior Associates at Gelman, Rosenberg, and Freedman, CPA’s and can be reached through phone number (301) 951-9090 or fax number (301) 951-3570. Mrs. Fisken’s email address is kfisken@grfcpa.com. Mr. Fisken’s e-mail address is bfisken@grfcpa.com Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman, CPA’s is a well-established accounting and business consulting firm. Since 1981, the firm has been providing accounting, auditing, tax and management consulting services to an extensive client base which consists of nonprofit organizations, for-profit corporations, partnerships, trusts and individual clients. In addition to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the firm’s services extend to other locations in the United States, Europe, Africa, South America and the former Soviet Union. Thus, the Fiskens’ international experience both in the Peace Corps and as management consultants abroad enhances GR&F’s international practice. The firm has built its practice on, and continues to maintain its philosophy that “personal attention will never become obsolete.” : • .■‘r ' ■ • M ^ y~~ , /y jv-JifjHt Wftfefe «ratgkm ttofljjs out Pleasant healing at the Dreamtime Clinic ;y t BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer I have never been an enthusiastic visitor to the doctor’s office. Not that I have had unpleasant experiences there or have been mistreated or misdiagnosed. Quite the contrary. On the few handsful of occasions that I have placed myself in the care of the medical profession—for injuries, burns or my regular bidecadral check-up—I have been more than satisfied with the professionalism, competence, and caring in evidence. Perhaps it’s the idea of it that keeps me distant from the MD’s. The concept of a diagnosis or tune-up is more appropriate, I might be subconsciously thinking, for my truck, though it is only on the rare occasion that I’ll submit the vehicle to that scrutiny. I believe that I have found a better solution for me. I had been invited to visit the Dreamtime Center for Herbal Studies’ Clinic at the Healing Arts Center in Sperryville, and I thought that, instead of an impersonal and unsatisfying interview, I’d subject myself to their healing process. It was a big step for me. Volunteering to be evaluated for ‘what ails me’—it must be the Rappahannock air that made me shed my inherent lack of interest in the effectiveness and fitness of my corporeal functions. The first step in the process didn’t hurt. I was asked to complete a multi-page form, a part of which required the determination as to whether or not I had some ailment to which the clinic might attend. Of course I had to find something in order to complete this article, so I was forced into a bit of self-evaluation. Without too intense an effort I honestly conclutjed that my ever-lengthening afternoon bouts with fatigue was not necessarily the normal consequence of attaining the “double-nickel” stage in life—that it was perhaps more accurately a reflection of the lack of attention I paid to proper nutrition, rest, exercise, or maybe the too intense attention I gave to Tom’s Organic Coffee or its partner, the natural American Spirit cigarette. In any event I completed the form, made the appointment and, on the appointed day, showed up at the clinic. So far, none of these things hurt either but, I silently cautioned, “it’s only just begun.” Clinic co-director Kathleen Meier met me as I entered the Healing Arts Center and introduced me to first year clinic student, Valerie Wagg, who was to manage my processing. “The cost of the consultation is free,” says the brochure, so Clinic clients must be prepared for the attendance of a roomful of students. Valerie was one, and she led me into a consultation room where I met three other students: Jan Cole, Desy Campbell, and Kathleen Quelland, as well as Ms. Meier’s partner, Theresa Board wine. The intake portion of my consult was none too onerous. We spent nearly an hour discussing my perceived ailment, my medical history, my family’s history, and anecdotes about life in general. Despite the fact that it was ‘six against one’ I did not feel at all exposed or uncomfortable—perhaps the students are taught to be unobtrusive, or maybe they have an innate sense that enables them to permeate the space with a calm that was ferocious in its quietude. After the ‘intake’ Valerie led me out to the waiting area where I sipped tea while the neophyte healers and their teachers devised a protocol that would help me begin the process of deep tissue tonification; the “slow change at a cellular level” that is best promoted by the nutrients in plants. At this point I was reasonably certain that no part of this process would hurt. The experience so far was quite pleasant and calming, and all n our community th Iderly ‘and disabled person o have NO SAFE PLACE to li TRAINING BEGINS! 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These tonics con- ■ sisted of a tincture blend that the clinic could provide at $5 , per ounce, plus a listing of ' dried herbs to purchase to ’ make a tea that I was to drinlt. ‘ daily for a few weeks. I bought the tincture blend, and was referred to a health food store, for the herb teas. All that remained to do at the Clinic J was to make a follow-up ! appointment so that the clinicians could evaluate the progress ui uie luimicawuu, and to offer my thanks for a more than pleasant experience. At home last Wednesday .. evening I took the first of the three daily doses of the tine- ; ture blend. By Thursday i morning I knew that I had made the right decision—I felt, more aware and more alert, i my breathing passages felt ' clear, and I had a hunch that my afternoon bouts with fatigue were a thing of the past. By the next Monday I knew that the fatigue was gone for good, even though I hadn’t yet purchased the recommended teas and was rely- . ing solely upon the tincture. It’s now Monday evening and I’m only at the beginning of a month long process of tonifica-. tion, but I am a believer. Thanks!!! To make an appointment at Dreamtime’s Clinic, call - 540-987-7204, extension #6. Local Angus breeders recognized nationally Several Rappahannock residents have been, recognized nationally by the American Angus Association-, for having registered Angus cows included in the AmericanAngus Association’s 2000 Pathfinder Report. They are Hodge Miller of Washington with one cow; Brooke and Ann Miller also of Washington with, one cow and Elisabeth Jones. of Sperryville with four cows. Only 1,933 of the more than 34,000 members of the American Angus Association are represented in this year’s report, according to Richard Spader, executive vice president of the American Angus Association with headquarters in St. Joseph, Mo. The Pathfinder Program identifies superior Angus cows' based upon recorded performance traits that are economically important to efficient beef production. These traits* include regular calving and heavy weaning weights,'' reports John Crouch, director of performance programs for' the American Angus Association. All registered Angus cows that meet the strict Pathfinder standards are listed, along with their owners, in the Pathfinder" Report that is published annually by the American Angus Association. The 2000 Pathfinder Report lists 7,551 individual cows. It is published in the April issue of the Angus Journal and extra copies are available from the American Angus association. The largest number of Pathfinder cows from a single herd this year is 68, and several hundred breeders have a single cow that qualifies for the exclusive listing. Up to $10,000 reward ; for tips on auto theft. 1-800-947-HEAT

2000 10K list runners and times Bill Lee Michael Wilcox John O’Neill Stephen Schwartz Bill. Senseney Karsten Brown Kirk Milam Stephen Beggs Steven Dunn Howard Campbell Mike Allen Richard Kertoy Mqnika Bracken Matt Iten Jim Shaughnessy Kathi Canese Mark Ramey Fay Slattery Jake Secrist Brad Barnes Gary Light Dennis Gates Phillip Thomas Art Silverman Alexander Strange Earl Jewell Katherine Weeden Talbot Mack Joel McKenzie Susannah McNear Robert King Kevin Harry Katharine Feehan Colin Nichols Lionel Phillips Ethan Berry James Jasinski Thomas Goodiel Steve Crum Heather Owens Patrick O'Meara Laura Schenck Ed McNulty Nathaniel Link Richard Weiss Bill Whitaker Ellen Weiss Mike Dunnigan Chris Parrish Eugene Elrod Philip Strange Volkmar Lehmann Karen Knuepfer Bradley Graw Morgan Lynn Curt Smith Maureen Lee Paul Link Dennis Ruhl Judy Allen Lara Bair Berkeley Hobson Butch Proctor Pam Anderson David Schenck Michael Triantafilloi Paul Grosz Hunter Hollar Pat Betts Douglas Durham John Sharp Jim Palmer Judith Durham Charles Cousland Phyllis Strange Ginny Hughes Beth Yowell Alex Ramey David Clement Terrence McCarthy Christopher Walker Mervyn Jeffries Jerry Martin Mary Leigh McDani Janna Kirr Coralyn Atwell 37:04.00 38:39.44 38:51.04 40:47.46 40:52.81 41:16.47 41:24.68 41:29.91 41:35.00 41:35.64 41:37.75 41:40.98 42:05.15 42:08.72 42:12.64 42:26.46 42:30.00 42:41.79 42:43.68 42:44.72 42:58.39 43:10.98 43:13.23 43:26.84 43:30.37 43:39.03 43:41.30 43:41.77 43:49.36 43:58.12 44:00.35 44:36.63 44:45.73 44:46.52 45:15.05 45:23.64 45:41.62 45:52.12 46:13.12 46:26.27 46:32.48 46:37.72 47:16.97 47:34.86 47:38.60 47:53.39 47:57.80 48:15.30 48:28.89 48:29.22 49:42.67 49:44.40 49:49.13 49:54.23 49:54.57 49:56.64 49:59.99 49:58.70 50:14.26 50:29.90 50:33.21 50:37.12 50:37.51 50:43.66 50:49.67 50:52.15 50:53.18 50:53.46 50:59.09 50:59.86 51:00.32 51:02.64 51:04.45 51:10.14 51:23.95 51:34.79 51:43.17 51:49.23 51:49.56 52:15.44 52:22.08 52:35.09 52:48.54 si 52:50.31 52:54.05 53:02.54 Photo courtesy of Jean Litlard FAMILY AFFAIR: The Parrish family was well represented at the Fodderstack Race last Saturday. Front row, left to right, Amelia Parrish, Jules Clark, Isaac Parrish, Quita Parrish and Lean Parrish. Middle row, Carol Parrish, Phyllis Strange, Elyse Clark, Alexander Strange and Chris Parrish. Third row, Merrill Strange, Laura Heyward, Daniel Heyward, Philip Strange and Paul Clark. Bill Rogers Fred Kisiel Malcolm Sonnett Thomas Logie John Templeton Leslie Patykewich Jeff Osmann Raymond Stamps Ron Diehl Robert Moore Kevin Dye Jeffrey Hughes Brian Ross Murray Horwitz Margaret West Karen Schloeman Lisa Mueller Neil Kirr Laurie Smith Alison Martin Owen Monroe Elaine Smith Jay Schwertfeger Tony Ruiz Neal Conan Marta Segarra Warren Collins David Lees Connie Miller-Mathew: Erik Mathew Laura Kitchin Heinz Bachmann John Winkert Brad Fisher Eileen Neely Lynne Metzgar Donna Jasinski Nancy Secrist Robert Gurtler Sarah Wells James Secrist Michael Bracken 53:13.33 53:14.21 53:15.10 53:26.83 53:30.32 53:46.40 54:15,15 54:27.29 54:36.35 54:45.51 54:48.74 55:16.15 55:24.38 55:36.49 55:43.42 55:53.03 55:54.91 56:00.33 56:04.64 56:04.92 56:05.67 56:07.44 56:33.93 56:36.67 56:42.65 56:54.37 56:54.91 57:12.72 ; 57:18.54 57:18.93 57:35.20 57:36.94 57:42.62 57:56.97 58:02.47 58:05.14 58:05.91 58:15.69 58:34.30 58:42.26 58:45.51 58:47.08 Pete Bracken Mary O’Meara Angela McCafferty Amelia Parrish Diane Wood David Adoff Judith Moran Merrill Strange Leesa Anderson Jonathan Baer Woody Morrison Jordon Lyman Orysia Nasar Bob Etchells James Metzgar Heidi Hubbard Nicole Kapolka Amanda Swift Alessandro Zanello Hildy Teegen Allison Russo Chelsey Turley Marissa Wilson Kevin Green Jim Starr John Fletcher Carol Nowakoski Mangie Gallegos Lena Parrish Reginald Thorpe Katherine Russo Anne Richards Joann McCarver-Con Tim Sprouse Lowell Owsley Ben Luke Brenda VanNess Andrea Templeton Tim Atwell John VanNess Tristan Sonnett Mary Jane Swift 58:48.19 59:22.22 59:22.63 59:37.77 59:58.69 1:00:14.39 1:00:30.87 1:00:38.19 1:00:39.70 1:01:22.94 1:01:28.61 1:01:39.78 1:02:07.80 1:02:31.82 1:02:35.39 1:02:35.96 1:02:54.16 1:03:15.80 1:03:18.73 1:03:25.09 1:03:29.62 1:03:43.86 1:04:13.89 1:04:15.70 1:04:40.01 1^04:44.61 1:05:37.20 1:05:40.62 1:06:41.40 1:07:14.50 1:08:25.04 1:08:49.53 ler 1:11:33.85 1:11:34.97 1:12:28.94 1:12:55.79 1:13:10.09 1:13:10.51 1:13:11.30 1:13:16.47 1:15:13.87 1:15:17.42 Will Sonnett Lisa Palmer Edwin Liu Peter Weems Carol Lundquist Jules Clark Taylor Miller Ken Miller Jenks Hobson Elyse Clark James Gardner Tom West John Fletcher Ashley Kissinger Elizabeth Proper Shiloh Proper Linda Orfila Teddy Pellegatta Noah Adams Kathlene Diamond Sharon Payne Marsha Thompson Dianne Pendleton Karen Turley Paul Clark Carol Parrish Carol Morency Laura Heyward Jocelyn File Michelle Dye Darlene Thompson Mary Beth Durant Judith Riggs Ruth Samuels Cooper Wright Jane Templeton Kathie Russo Diane Bruce Cindy Robinson Dixie Englehaupt approximately 2 hoc 1:15:25.54 1:16:45.56 1:17:01.69 1:17:08.61 1:18:09.62 1:18:35.06 1:19:17.93 1:19:39.30 1:20:08.16 1:25:01.68 1:25:02.30 1:25:20.40 1:25:28.04 1:25:48.97 1:26:54.96 1:26:55.56 1:26:56.05 1:26:56.45 1:27:48.51 1:28:37.60 1:30:16.59 1:31:01.38 1:31:02.29 1:31:37.96 1:31:38.30 1:32:53.03 1:32:54.01 1:33:01.51 1:34:53.91 1:34:58.56 1:34:58.98 1:36:20.76 1:36:23.10 1:36:24.23 1:37:15.89 1:37:39.69 1:40:29.67 1:45:10.01 1:45:11.02 Sharon Kilpatrick rs. Teams fall to Madison BY RHONDA JENKINS Rappahannock News Writer The Varsity Girls Softball traveled to Madison on Thursday. After being out of school all week for spring break, and not being able to practice much because of the weather, caused the Panthers to really come out flat. Rachael Sharp started the game for Rapp, striking out four and walking three. Madison jumped out to an early 7-0 lead and never looked back. Kelly Atkins came on in relief, but this was not the answer, Madison continued with their commanding lead and won the game 14-1. Rapp ended the game with three hits, one each by Dana Caldwell, Austin Bouffard and Sonya Anderson. The J.V. Girls hosted the Madison Mountaineers on Thursday. Rapp also came out a little flat, committing two first inning errors, to allow Madison to take the 1-0 lead. The Panthers kept the score 10 through the sixth inning, with great defense. Brittany Thornhill started the game for Rapp on the mound, striking out five and walking only two. She also did not allow any hits, Madison’s run was unearned due to an error. Laura Kreyling came on Art exhibit at LFCC Lord Fairfax Community College’s Fauquier Campus will be holding its first art exhibit on Friday, May 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Wolk Hall at the college. Artist Karen Stinnett will present “Other Places,” an exhibition exploring the structure of the American Landscape. Stinnett paints bams, buildings, fields and roadsides often as seen from a car window. Stinnett has shown at galleries across the United States, and has been featured several times in local and national publications such as Novascope Magazine, Fauquier Magazine, Washington’s Hill Rag and American Artist. The show will feature Stinnett’s study, in watercolors and oil, of the abstract forms as defined by strong, angular light that are the American landscape when the clutter is separated from the essential. Rappahannock, a group playing original folk and chamber music will perform on the harp, dulcimer and cello. Refreshments will be served. Call for Lord Fairfax Community College at 540-351-1505 for more information. Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper. 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) „ •• Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE f$3' INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since 1975 in relief in the sixth, striking out four and walking five. “We made a few mistakes” and we did not swing the bat well,” said Coach Jenkins. Madison scored three more runs in the sixth and one in the seventh to take home the victory 5-0. Rapp plays Manassas Park at home on Friday. Foxfield and Middleburg Hunt host racing this week By Betsy Parker Rappahannock News Staff Writer Virginia’s steeplechasing circuit travels south to Charlottesville for racing this Saturday, April 29, at the Foxfield Races. Post time is 1 p.m. for the first of five on the card. Foxfield’s course is located on Barracks Road north of town. Flat, timber and hurdle races are scheduled, with the featured $20,000 Foxfield Cup to be run over hurdles under allowance conditions. Ticket information is available by calling (804) 293-9501. Sunday’s Middleburg Hunt Point-to-Point wraps up the weekend of sport. The races will be held at Glenwood Park, three miles north of town on the Foxcroft Road. Post time is 1 p.m. for the first of at least eight races. If entries are heavy, splits could occur in over-filled races. Competition will include events on the flat and over hurdles, culminating in the featured Middleburg Bowl open timber. Tickets, which range from general admission to hillside box seating to railside tailgate parking, may be ordered by calling (540) 3384366. Horse Sports this Weekend • Middleburg Hunt Point-to-Point races • April 30 • Glenwood Park, Middleburg. (Glenwood Park is located about 3 miles north of town on the Foxcroft Road.) • Post time 1 p.m for first of eight races. • Program will include events on the flat, over timber, I over hurdles. • Details, call (540) 338-4366. ■ ■ . .j.- ..... ..mm Troop #36 very busy BY DEBBIE MASSIE Rappahannock News Writer Troop #36, Washington, has been very active the past several months. They participated in a Bowl-a-Thon fundraiser at Royal Oaks Lanes Bowling Center in Front Royal on March 12. Scoutmaster Bill Ralston, Assistant Scoutmaster Skip Giles and six boy scouts went backpacking on the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park on March 18 and 19. The weekend of April 14 and 15, they went camping at Colonel Dickey’s in Huntly. Mr. Darrow Kirkpatrick, his son and six boy scouts took an “Adventure Trip” rock climbing in George Washington National Forest for three days during spring break. Exciting upcoming events include a canoe trip, a full moon hike on Old Rag Mountain, a bicycle trip and summer camps. An Eagle Court of Honors is also planned for June. Boy Scout Troop #36 meets each Monday night from 7 to 8:30 at Washington Volunteer Fire Hall. Boys ages 11-17 from all parts of Rappahannock County are welcome to join. For more information call Scoutmaster Bill Ralston at 675-1038 or Troop Committee Chairman Walter Longyear at 675-3679. SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. IT BEATS A “HAPPY i BELATED BIRTHDAY” CARD. WVRGMIA LOTTERY (keck mm hex from eock of the two sections: 1) 26,52 «104 drews, ' , . Select yew six kicky xwhirt by lltng in the box (with pend ' u tr pen) that has the number you wont played in It. OR fV hi the w|fwwy pick' box to latthe computer select six numbers lor you. 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—:—ftappafyannocb iSetos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Carl Ebom, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNewsOtimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations ft WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26,2000 Our View Budget process Brings out the best (and the worst) Elecotrate should witness the results of their efforts. Thank goodness for a free and democratic society! It provides us with the opportunity to empower those whom we feel are the most able and qualified to represent us-in the White House, the state houses, the Congress and, often most importantly, in local offices. This past election brought some significant changes to the Rappahannock scene, especially to the School Board. Two quite able and qualified school board members were ousted and replaced by two who, some say, were elected to “bring some fiscal responsibility to the school budget.” With Monday night’s School Board Budget Public Hearing, the process is now nearly complete, but not much influence was apparently wielded by our new Stonewall-Hawthome School Board representative, Franklin Warner, nor by the new Jackson District representative, Rebecca Cordani. During the school budget development process neither Mr. Warner nor Ms. Cordani were able to pare much fat from the budget-perhaps because there was not much to pare. Not a sole spoke out at Monday’s hearing in opposition to the size of the budget, and many spoke in support of budget increases. Mr. Warner took advantage of the hearing to speak at length, but it is not clear on what subject he spoke, and Ms. Cordani was, as is not atypical, absent from the proceedings. There is a responsibility implicit in the right to elect. That responsibility is to observe the results of that election to ensure that the correct choice was made. It is anything but obvious that those who engineered the replacement of Dr. John Tole and Mr. Ron Makela have attended a School Board meeting or Public Hearing to witness the results of what they have wrought. It is high time that they did. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photos/Barbara C. Wayland The 22nd annual Fodderstack 10K Race was held on Saturday, April 15 and featured many familiar Rappahannock faces. Letters Shaklee - first to be Climate Neutral Certified This month marks the 30th anniversary of Earth Day. During this last decade, we have seen escalating and dramatic changes happening to life on our planet. It is clear that unexpected weather patterns here in the United States, droughts, floods, hurricanes, as well as what is happening worldwide to the global climate will impact the future for all of us. We share this planet with all living things. What happens in each part of the world will ultimately make a difference in our own lives. Governments, corporations, and people throughout the world are putting plans in place for what they can do now and in the future to make a difference. Many are talking about what can or might be done, but one company, Shaklee U.S., has taken a bold step. Shaklee has not just reduced its use of energy, but has set the standard for the world by offsetting its entire C02 emissions. Shaklee U.S. has just been named the first Climate Neutral Certified Company in the United States. That is no small achievement. It means that Shaklee has completely offset its entire C02 impact on the earth through this worthwhile environmental program. That is no small investment, either. It has taken Shaklee both time and money to develop these programs. No other company in America has achieved this recog nition, yet. We hope others follow in our footsteps. I am proud to be an independent distributor representing the first company to be approved as Climate Neutral Certified. I have been fortunate to have enjoyed a successful career with Shaklee Corporation for 20 years. Now, I am proud to share this great news about my company with you. If you are interested in knowing more about Shaklee or our products “In Harmony with Nature” please call 987-9233. Betty Ebom Sperryville Thanks to the Earth Day crew A big thanks goes out to the small but hearty crew, composed mostly of the Berry and Rosenbaum families, John Kirchner and Sharon Kilpatrick, who spent most of Earth Day Saturday afternoon helping to make our nice County Park a little cleaner! Hunt Harris Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 50 YEARS AGO April 27, 1950 Newbill Miller and Bobby Atkins brought glory to Rappahannock County yesterday at Charlottesville when Newbill’s Angus calf was declared reserve champion and Bobby’s calf won fourth place in the lightweight Angus class. Newbill’s .calf was judged first in lightweight Angus, was awarded first premium in fitting and showing, and was named reserve champion of Angus calves in the show. Newbill is the son of Mr. and Mrs. D.D. Miller of Washington, who are strong in their praise of County Agent W.H. Lyne, by whose encourage; ment and help the boys are doing so well with their - 4-H work. Newbill, 14, has been a 4-H member ever since he was old enough to join. This is his first year with a calf project, and he has had sole care and has kept all the records. Bobby Atkins, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Atkins of Sperryville bought his calf in the fall. It had been bred on the farm of John S. Buckner. The calf won fourth place in the lightweight Angus class. The Lou Keyser Missionary Circle of the Washington Baptist Church will sponsor a Stanley Brush Party on May 4 at the Washington fire house. Captain C.J. Stuart (MC) USN, son of Mrs. W.M. Stuart, was recently appointed to the position of Senior Medical officer of the Receiving Station at Portsmouth. 25 YEARS AGO May 1,1975 The Town of Washington, the county seat of Rappahannock County has been designated as a historic district by the Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission. Washington, at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is officially described as “a well-preserved nineteenth century courthouse town with a fine collection-of public, commercial and domestic architecture typical of the region.” Its significance stretches beyond the founding of Rappahannock County, in 1833, to the town’s platting by the young surveyor, George Washington, in 1749. Rappahannock County Elementary School’s fourth grade class instructed by Mrs. Mary Gardiner Edmonds and her aide, Mrs. Deborah Hitt, won third place in the state in the Geography Department competition which was held recently in Virginia Beach sponsored by the Virginia Education Association. The instructors and students were proud of the relief map of Virginia showing economic wealth. In the Soil and Water Conservation District poster contest Lavonne Adkins was district winner in the fourth-sixth grade division. She was given a $25 savings bond while Tammy Armentrout received $10 for a second place and Pam Woodward got $5 for third. The Youth Conservation Contest is sponsored annually and Rappahannock students have been consistent winners. Orange, Madison and Culpeper are with Rappahannock in the district. 10 YEARS AGO April 26, 1990 Members of the Board of Supervisors indicated at a Monday evening work session on the school budget for next year that they were interested in cutting about $100,000 from that budget. Elected by their peers, Bill Atkins and Melanie Woodward were named King and Queen of the Junior/Senior Prom, held last Saturday. Following the prom, many of the students attended an afterprom party Lakeside in Culpeper. Next Tuesday, May 1, Washington’s 122 registered voters will elect a new mayor, treasurer and five members of the Town Council. For the posts of mayor and treasurer, the incumbents, Dean Morehouse and Brad Fisher, are unopposed. 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Letters In support of Hearthstone My husband and I have several children currently attending Hearthstone School in Castleton. The first time we visited the school we thought that we had arrived at the wrong place. To us it appeared to be a very well maintained working farm. Hearthstone School does not have the appearance of a traditional school. Therefore, it blends beautifully with the bucolic setting and preserves the rural quality of its environments. Nothing could be more lovely to behold than happy children learning and playing while surrounded by nature, animals and fresh air. The children of Hearthstone are taught to respect the environment and to take care of it. Their teachers make courteous and ideal neighbors. I truly believe that these Hearthstone traits make it an asset to the neighboring community. The Maazels demonstrate their generosity to the Rappahannock community by allowing Hearthstone School to thrive, free of rent on their farm. The Maazels have made it possible for many children From all walks of life to attend Hearthstone. It is not a money-making enterprise, but father an outpouring of love and devotion to the children who come within its embracing arms. Rappahannock should delight in the culture the Maazels bring to their community and praise their generous spirit. A family that gives to its community should be considered an asset and a model to emulate. Such philanthropy enlightens all of our lives. Hearthstone School does not have grandiose development plans. They don’t pollute the environment. They enrich the community in so many ways as education and the arts always do. Since many families car pool, the additional traffic generated by the school is minimal. To my knowledge there have been no traffic accidents because of the school. During my daily visits I may pass one car now and again near the school but rarely any more. I truly hope this community and neighbors will begin to see Hearthstone School in the positive light presented in my letter because opportunities to enhance the education of our children through the arts and music are rare indeed. Let us work together to caringly and lovingly craft such an environment for our children that we may all be proud of the heritage we leave to them. Dr. and Mrs. Dale E. Forrester Front Royal Community thanked The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary would like to thank the community for coming out and supporting their annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday. Many thanks to the Sperryville Emporium and Cooters for their generous contributions to the cause. Michelle Jenkins President Good Samaritan thanked The Rappahannock Planning Commission would like to thank a good Samaritan of Slate Mills. Mr. Bernie Jenkins was kind enough to change a flat tire on Tom Tepper’s vehicle which he acquired on the way to a Planning Commission meeting on April 19. Mr. Jenkins volunteered his time and effort because Mr. Tepper was dressed in tie and suit. Mr. Jenkins exemplified the neighborliness of residents of Rappahannock County. Thank you, Mr. Jenkins Susan Babcock Washington Editor’s note: Mr. Tepper represents the StonewallHawthorne District on the Rappahannock Planning Commission. Coordinator/planner, other items missing Very recently I noticed a maroon Eagle Creek document coordinator missing. It included not only my driver’s license, checkbook, passport, event calendar and contact numbers, it also included significant donation money for Ragged Mountain Resource Center’s community educational and recreational programs, office expenses, and a new laptop computer. If anyone has seen or heard information about such an item and it’s contents, it would be greatly appreciated if they would contact me at 540-987-3366, or simply be so kind as to return the items, no questions asked. Hunt Harris Castleton In honor of National Volunteer Month BY BILL KOSSLER Rappahannock News Writer There are many things that make where we live a special place. High among them is the sense of community we have here. That sense, while maybe not rare elsewhere, is not so abundant in many places as it is here. I had the good fortune recently to speak with someone in a special position to appreciate that sense of community. Jeanie McNear coordinates the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) in the county. The RSVP matches up senior and retired community members with groups that need help, and helps citizens and groups in need find volunteers. She is a bridge, if you will, between those who want to help out and those who need help. If you need a hand, or are in a position to lend one, give her a call. Speaking of the group, and of her role, Mrs. McNear fills you with a sense of the value of community service, not just to those who receive, but to those who give. She describes her role as “a kind of clearing house for citizens in the county age 55 and over who would like to do volunteer work in the county”. Mrs. McNear feels that her senior volunteers “have a lot of experience and talents and interests and older people who have the time to give to their county can give quite a lot. I’ve enjoyed getting to know many wonderful people Culpeper Piedmont Choral Society presents “A Century of Broadway” Enjoy Broadway musicals? Most everyone does. Some of us may never get a chance to see those big productions in person. So, Culpeper Piedmont Choral Society is bringing a bit of Broadway to you by presenting “A Century of Broadway.” The spring concert will feature selections by Cole Porter, Gershwin, Hoagy Carmichael, Berlin and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Also included are songs from “The Music Man”, “Brigadoon”, “West Side Story” and “Fiddler on the Roof”. The first concert is being performed at The Lake of The Woods Church on Friday night, May 5, at 8. A repeat performance will be presented at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Culpeper on Sunday, May 7 at 2 p.m. Now in its 33rd year this chorus is made up of 44 voices from Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Fauquier, Fairfax and Rappahannock counties. The director is Arthur Palmer of Warrenton; accompanist is Helen Dill of Amissville. A Subscribe to the Rappahannock Maws. Call 675*3338. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 54(^829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION rvices Sine Jeanie McNear over the years who have contributed a great deal to Rappahannock and make it - I’m not saying they’re the only ones who make Rappahannock a real special place to live but they make it more special, put it that way.” She passionately continued; “Volunteerism in our county has been a tremendous force. I think it has added a great deal to the sense of community that we have here. If someone wants to do volunteer work they can come, or call me. I can tell them all the different places where they can volunteer. The various places in the county that use volunteers also contact me and tell me what they need. I work closely with the health department and social services and also family guidance, if any of these places for example need a volunteer to drive someone to an appointment I can find them a volunteer.” One of the strongest needs we have in our county is for transportation; “transportation in the county is a difficult problem for people because we are so rural. Anyone who has appointments connected with the health department, or social services or their doctors, we can help them with transportation. If someone needs a friendly visitor, I have volunteers who would like to do that. We also have volunteers in quite a wide variety of other places in the community.” Other avenues for volunteering through RSVP include research for the Historical Society, work at the Ki Theatre, the Hospice, the Rappahannock Association for the Arts, Washington Volunteer Fire Department, the Lions Club, the Rappahannock Library and the Rappahannock Senior Center. The Senior Center has lunch and a social hour three times a week, for those who need an excuse to get out an mingle. If you would like to give a little, but are worried about too big a commitment, worry not. Most of Mrs. McNear’s volunteers work on an oncall basis, with a few days notice ahead of any activities. Also, if you are doing a lot of driving, you can get reimbursement for mileage, and she will log your activi ties, so you can record them as a charitable contribution for your taxes. These benefits aside, Mrs. McNear feels that the work you may do will give you as much as you give out; “I always look at volunteering as an opportunity, it’s great for the volunteers and it’s great for the community. Volunteering is not a job, it’s really an opportunity to be of service. Rappahannock has a tremendous heritage of taking care of its own. People here seem to care about the local people, I think maybe its partly because we are so small... I think people find their lives are very enriched by giving their time and their skills and talents.” Mrs. McNear would like to thank everyone who has helped out, with special thanks for those who drive so many miles each week to bring lunch at the Senior Center. She would also like to give thanks to the memory of Ethel Bailey, Frances Lyne and all the others who gave so much and are no longer with us. She also urges you to give her a call if you need help, or if you can lend a hand. You can reach her at her office in the Rappahannock Family Guidance building. There are two lines: 675-3329 and 675-3320. The office is in Washington, at 603 Mt. Salem Avenue, in the building just to the right of the old elementary school. number of instrumentalists will also join the group for these concerts. All concerts are free and open to the public. 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Qualified homeowners are eligible for plumbing help BY JANET HERR Rappahannock News Writer Financial assistance for homeowners may be just a call away. Using combination grant money and zero interest loans, Rapidan Better Housing and Fauquier Housing have assisted over 60 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF WASHINGTON AND WASHINGTON WATER WORKS BUDGETS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT on Wednesday, May 10,2000, at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Washington, Virginia, at 7:30 o'clock p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the Town Hall on Gay Street, Washington, Virginia, a Public Hearing will be held to consider the adoption of the Town's and Water Work's Budgets for fiscal year 2000-2001. A synopsis of the Budgets is set forth below and a copy of the detailed proposed Budget for fiscal year 2000-2001 is available during normal business hours in the Town Hall at 485 Gay Street and in the Office of the County Administrator of Rappahannock at 290 Gay Street. The final budget will be voted on at the next regularly scheduled Town Council meeting on June 14, 2000 at the Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. All are invited to attend the public hearing on May 10, 2000 and make their views known. John C. Bennett Attorney for the Town of Washington Washington, Virginia PHUrUScU oUDCacTS TOWN OF WASHINGTON AND WASHINGTON WATER WORKS FY 2000-2001 Income: State & County Taxes: Franchise Taxes: Grants: Meals & Lodging Taxes: WWW Revenue: Interest: Miscellaneous: TOTAL INCOME: Expenses: Administration: Capital Expenses: Capital Programs: Capital Reserves: Contributions: Staff: Maintenance: Operations: Professional: TOTAL EXPENSES: Town of Washington $ 4,900.00 $ 16,350.00 $ 4,000.00 $190,000.00 $ $ 8,000.00 $_800,00 $ 224,050.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ £ 13.050.00 2.250.00 20,000.00 14.700.00 36.650.00 9.200.00 10.200.00 19,500.00 $125,550.00 WWW $ $ $ $ $ 50,000.00 $ <jj $ 50,000.00 | 1,650.00 $ 25,400.00 $ 50,000.00 $ $ 10,450.00 $ 34,900.00 $ 19,600.00 $__1L5QQ-Q0 $148,500.00 Total Income $ 4,900.00 $ 16,350.00 $ 4,000.00 $190,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 800.00 $ 274,050.00 $ 14,700.00 $ 2,250.00 $ 25,400.00 $ 70,000.00 $ 14,700.00 $ 47,100.00 $ 44,100.00 $ 29,800.00 $ 26,000.00 $274,050.00 homeowners in the past five years to enjoy modern plumbing facilities in their homes. The 1990 census identified hundreds of homes in this region as lacking complete indoor plumbing. Rapidan Better Housing and Fauquier Housing are local, established, not-for-profit housing developers. These organizations are the program administrators for the Indoor Plumbing Rehabilitation (IPR) Program in this area. The IPR Program can provide financial assistance to eligible homeowners needing first time indoor plumbing or repairs to existing systems. Additional repairs will be made to bring the home into compliance with local building codes. Funding for this program is limited. Residents of Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock Counties, should call 948-3274. Budget From Page A1 approve the budget as presented so that the county could be assured of attracting qualified teachers and maintaining its high standards. 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Plus, joining Graves’ Lodge again this year will be the seventh Virginia Infantry Regiment Company C Living History and Encampment. Admission and parking are free! Graves’ Mountain Lodge will begin serving their delicious and always plentiful picnic lunches at noon on the festival grounds. Guests should not miss out on the ever popular rainbow trout plate served with black eyed peas, stewed tomatoes, french fries, cole slaw, com bread and a beverage! A hamburger, hot dog and or pork barbecue plate will also be available. Reservations are required for dining in the Lodge. For additional information call 923-4231. is good teachers . . .” She took exception to an e-mail recently sent to RappNet by Judge Douglas Ginsburg of Flint Hill in which he questioned the use of area teacher salary average comparisons to justify increases in Rappahannock. Judge Ginsburg, she noted, said that “unless there is evidence [of teachers leaving the county for better compensation], he would not be moved.” Andy Platt also supported teacher salary increases and the approval of the budget. He said that “looking at the median [salary ranking of Rappahannock teachers] -101 out of 131-it doesn’t seem to me to be acceptable.” He urged the board to “pass the budget as is with the possible exception of reinstating administrative salary increases.” Former Jackson District School Board member Ron Makela also referenced Judge Ginsburg’s e-mail, saying that “The word that strikes me is average. I read the e-mail which indicates that if we don’t have a problem, then Rappahannock should accept its place . . .Rappahannock is not average,” he continued, “. . . and for someone to suggest accepting something below average-it’s not Rappahannock.” Bill Dietel told the board that this is the twentieth year that he has spoken on behalf of the school system. “Across the county,” he said, “there is a debate of one value against another. What is of utmost value-human beings and their well-being, or what we can afford.” He too spoke of the need to be competitive in attracting teachers, and suggested that we either become more competitive or fall behind. Beth Gall described herself as a “school employee, a county taxpayer, and a parent of two Rappahannock school system children,” but said that she was there to express her concern only as a parent. She too focused upon teacher salaries and Rappahannock’s competitiveness, and responded to Judge Ginsburg’s e-mail challenge by telling the board that “two teachers close to my classroom have been offered better salaries-one of which was $10,000 more.” Tom Junk of Sperryville was the sole dissenter, and he said that he was “not going to advocate cutting the school budget or increasing it,” but he questioned the allocation of fiscal resources, and suggested that better controls were needed in the way that money was spent. Former School Board Chairman Dr. John Tole urged “members of the board and members of the community to consider the impact of what they do.” “What they do,” he said, “regarding the future of the county.” Dr. Tble noted that “the community aspects of the schools should not be underestimated,” and he too urged the board to support the budget. Other speakers were consistent in their support for the approval of the budget and for increases to ensure that Rappahannock teachers received competitive compensation. The Board of Supervisors will reach their conclusions at their May 1 meeting. Trash From Page A1 Court Services Officer Tom Pavelko, who coordinates the assignment of workers. “The courts have been ordering community service for years,” said Commonwealth’s Attorney Peter Luke. “Unfortunately, in many cases, there was no one to supervise a worker’s performance and verify that the number of hours ordered were properly performed. I ask the judges to put people into this program because the workers are well supervised and have to work in view of the public.” He hopes this will have a deterrent effect on both the workers and those who see them working, and let the public know that offenders ordered to do community service really have to do something. Since extra credit is given to a worker who picks up more than three bags per hour, a hard worker can profit by their industriousness. Trash Free Rappahannock is now into its third year. Under its Board of Directors, John Kiser, Buck Payne, Hunt Harris, Mary Walsh, Barney O’Mera, and Jeff Light, the program has evolved from cash bounty for bags of trash into its current program of utilizing court appointed community service workers. The program reports to the courts the attendance, bags picked-up, hours worked and attitude of the workers. Those who fail to appear or do not meet the program’s standards have to come back before the judge and face the possibility of incarceration. Coordination within the court system is managed by Patricia Davis and Donna Foster in the District Court, Ellen Mustoe Juvenile Probation Officer, and the Fauquier Adult Court Services Office in Warrenton, which serves Rappahannock County. Judge Dudley Payne in the Juvenile Court has approved a new wrinkle to the program which will let a parent work alongside their minor child to help satisfy the child’s community service hours. “This program allows offenders to give something back to their community,” says General District Judge Charles Foley. “I think it’s great.” “I think it’s a great program, the workers and volunteers who come out and give up their Saturdays to support this program become acutely aware of the amount of trash thrown out on our county roads,” says Buck Payne. “I just wish that the community as a whole would become as aware and support the efforts to keep our roads trash free. It is about attitude, the community must be willing to take the attitude that trash on our roads is just not acceptable.” Process From Page A1 ' approving such a nonconforming structure in lieu of finding a conforming alternative, but Mr. McCarthy noted that the “principal bulk of the structure that is nonconforming will not be torn down.” Commissioner Raymond Brown made the' motion to recommend approval of the application, and only Mr. Tepper voted against it. Edward Payne spoke in support of his application for a family apartment for his son and son’s wife on the Payne property off Route 642 in Amissville. Mr. Payne, said that he wants to “put up a double-wide” that he said “looks like a straight rambler,” but neighbor Deborah Patterson stood opposed, saying that she would “like to see a picture of it” before any decision was made by the Commission. After discussion by Commission members about the proposed structure and access to it, they unanimously approved the motion for recommendation.

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 April 26, 2000 Citizen of the Week Rev. John Pendleton Hometown: Flint Hill Accomplishments: Rev. John Ross Pendleton was born and reared in Huntly, son of the late Samuel tDlark and Mary E. Pendleton. On Sept. 10, 1955, he married the former Mabel Jett. Rev. Pendleton served on the Deacon Board of the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill from T955 until the Lord called him to preach in 1961. Rev. Pendleton has been the pastor of Promise Land Baptist Church near Washington for 24 years. Since his pastorship at Promise Land, many improvements and accomplishments have been made. He has given tirelessly of his time and finances to the church; When the new addition was added to Promise Land, Rev. Pendleton worked along beside the church members. Pastor John Pendleton is truly a man of God, a dynamic leader, and a true friend to all. Faith, family, friends and community are all very important to him. Before the illness of his wife, Mabel, Pastor Pendleton could always be found visiting and communing the sick and visiting the bereaved. He retired from the Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal as a male nurse assistant on Aug. 17, 1990 after 37 years of service. The Rappahannock News is proud to name Rev. Pendleton, Citizen of the Week. Anyone traveling the roads in Rappahannock is certainly familiar with Rev. Pendleton from years gone by and his friendly wave. Weekend Picks RCDC to meet Tuesday, May 2 The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library. Agenda items will include updates on the Gore and Robb campaigns, the Relay for Life team event for the American Cancer Society on May 19 and 20, the “parade” season, the Million Mom March on Mother’s Day, and some oldfashioned mini-group brainstorming. Should be fun! The meetings of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee are always open to the public. This is a great time for new and old Democrats to check us out and help us out. A time for refreshments and socializing follows every meeting. For more information contact Meredith Gorfein at 675-3515 or gorfein@citizen.infi.net. Hostas BY RICHARD ANTONY Rappahannock News Writer In recent years, hosta have come into its own as the perennial of choice for shady sites, offering both the homeowner and landscaper a nearly disease-free long-lived plant. Grown mostly for their beautiful foliage, hosta produce flowers during the summer months, usually on tall spikes that develop just prior to flower development. Most hosta blooms are small and unassuming, usually white, pink or lavender. However, a few varieties sport more dramatic blooms and some possess a delightful fragrance. Hostas vary in size from tiny dwarf varieties with leaves only an inch or two long, to mammoth cultivars with leaves that are a foot or more long and nearly as wide. Leaf colors range from solid green or blue-green to striking variations of contrasting variegations of green, blue, white, yellow and white. With over 2000 cultivars available, hostas offer a great deal of variety. Some of the more popular varieties include Patriot (green leaf with dramatic white leaf margin), Night Before Christmas (green leaf with white interior streaks), Great Expectations (yellow interior with green margins), Fire and Ice (opposite of Patriot), Brim Cup (greenish-yellow bor der with darker green center), Fringe Benefit (bluis - green leaf with thin greenish-yellow border), Hydon Sunset (light green leaf gradually transitioning into a yellow leaf tip), Radiant Edger (subtle green and yellow variations), Rapsberry Sorbet (glossy green leaf with prominent yellowish leaf veins) Sharmon (bluish-green leaf with cream-colored flecks and streaks), Fragrant Bouquet (light green with greenish yellow border). The last variety boasts highly fragrant flowers. Care and feeding Hostas tolerate deep shade, but do best in locations that receive high shade or even partial sun. Full sun, especially mid day exposure when the sun is the most intense, tends to bleach the colors, sometimes causing brown leaf edges on the less sun tolerant varieties. In general, blue col orea hostas need the most shade. Increasing soil moisture and organic matter can partially offset the effect of too much sunlight. Hostas can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels; however, they prefer slightly acidic soil. Hostas require four weeks of freezing temperatures for optimal performance and have reportedly survived temperatures of 40 degrees below zero. Thusi, they are well suited to the mid-Atlantic region. Like all perennials, hostas die to the ground in the fall. New shoots penetrate the ground in mid spring. Applying a balanced fertilizer (like 10-10-10) just prior to shoot development is recommended. When a hosta clump becomes too tight, it is advisable to divide the clump. This _ can be done anytime that the ground IIP is not frozen. The only real insect pests a^e slugs, snails and weevils, the first two being the most troublesome. Slugs and snails chew holes in the leaves and can be controlled with commercially available pest bait products. Weevils chew irregular shaped notches in the edges of the leaves and can be controlled with granular Diazinon. The official American Hosta Society site on the World Wide Web is www.hosta.org. Recent selections for “hosta of the year” by the American Hosta Growers include Patriot (1997), Fragrant Bouquet (1998), Paul’s Glory (1999), Sagae (2000), and June (2001). Photographs of most of the vari eties mentioned, including the "hosta of the year" selections can be viewed at www.longmountiannursery.com. Long Mountain Nursery near Washington has over 50 hosta and daylily varieties and over 200 azalea varieties available. Hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., now through June 14. If these times are inconvenient, please call to make other arrangements.', The phone number at Long Mountain Nursery is‘ 540-675-3707. The Global Cafe at Ki Theater The Art Club of RCHS is inviting the public to participate in an evening of potluck international cuisine, conversation about global issues, live performance and art on May 20 at 6 p.m. in the Ki Theater. The Global Cafe will feature questions at each table created by Art Club students and young people from Hearthstone. The thought-provoking questions will be conversation starters. Those who attend are requested to sit with people they don’t normally interact with. . ■ • ■ • ' ■ - * ? ■ ■ ' •/. ' >*\ ' - ; ■: "■ There will be original poetry and song and music by students. Any young person in the county is invited to share their view of the world in a creative way. Hearthstone students will be displaying their mural entitled “We’ve Got the Whole World”. If you would like to donate a dish for six from a country other than the United States or if you would like to perform, please leave a message for Laurie Marshall at 987-8575. Admission is $5. Proceeds will go to benefit the Art Department, Il »<* uaitfif' Paul Reisler returns to Blue Moon BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer Local favorite Paul Reisler will return for a performance at the Blue Moon Cafe in Sperryville on Friday, April 28, this time in the company of Front Royal vocalist Diane Bardwell. Paul said that Diane fulfills his need for freshness in music. “It’s always exciting for me . . .not knowing exactly what is going to be happening,” he said. Diane’s vocal flexibility and interest in Paul’s music have helped create a new dynamic and a new duoone that Paul said will likely last for years. He and Diane are very focused on their music because it is “not second nature yet.” He met Diane last summer when came to one of his concerts and spoke to him about her interest in his music. She walked away from the concert with a Reisler CD, and returned to last Fall’s “Song Camp Weekend in the County” having learned Paul’s songs. “She liked the songs and learned them,” Paul said. “She learned them well and did them well.” Her obvious talent and “great music attitude” led to a new collaboration. Paul and Diane started working together last fall and now have a nearly five hour repertoire-longer, Paul noted, than he has had with any other individual or group. Paul noted that Diane has a long music history. She made children records in the Eighties, sang with a 1 number of rock bands, and currently 1 performs in a Celtic duo in Front ’ Royal. The upcoming Blue Moon 1 show will feature new Reisler tunes, I Paul and Diane perform at the Blue Moon in Sperryville on April 28 songs created at recent song writing :lasses at local schools, and songs vritten by other songwriters and perormed by Paul and Diane for the irst time. Paul Reisler never disappoints, and Diane Bardwell has one of those voices you just need to hear. Call 987-3162 for information. RAAC to present ‘Toy Story 2” BY DR. WILLIAM YOUNG Rappahannock News Writer On Friday, April 28 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre in Washington, RAAC will present “Toy Story 2.” We are having another unusual event next week: a fun film, “G” rated; computer animated and enjoyable for adults as well as for kids. This film is created by Disney; a sequel to the highly successful “Toy Story” nominated for Bet Song. Some of the actors (voices only) are from the original, and some new, all are great. Oscar winner Tbm Hanks; Comedian Tim Allen and Insulter Don Rickies are stars. Toys will be toys except when their owners aren’t around and now the gang from Andy’s room is all wound up and ready to play once again. The story is twice as inventive as its original, five years ago, with wonderful animation and with unforgettable characters: Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Mr. Potato Head, etc. The toys get into one predicament after another to rescue the cowboy WoodyHanks. There will be no discussion or refreshments after the film, the Dranitzkes are out of town.

Church Activities ■ ■■ vv: ■" . ; ;V Fellowship pot-luck at Forest Grove A Sunday fellowship pot-luck luncheon will be held at Forest Grove Schoolhouse on Sunday, April 30 beginning at 12:30 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring their favorite covered dish. The event is sponsored by the Forest Grove Baptist Church and all are invited to attend. Outdoor activities for the children will be held, weather permitting. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. Special service at Woodville The congregation of Woodville Baptist Church would like to invite all to come and worship on Sunday, May 7 at 11 a.m. Following the worship service there will be a covered dish dinner followed by an afternoon of gospel singing by The Sullivan Family from Fredericksburg. The singing begins at 2 p.m. Call Pastor Alpheus Atkins at 987-3317 for more information. Concert at Mt. Lebanon Dean’s Concert will be held at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church on Saturday, May 6 at 6 p.m. A dessert fellowship will follow the concert. A love offering will be received. ‘The public is invited to hear their timeless lyrics and unforgettable melodies," said a church spokesperson. Revival at Chester Gap Revival services are scheduled at Chester Gap Baptist Church for April 30-May 5 each evening beginning at 7. Rev. Vernon DeLong, pastor of Amissville Baptist Church will be preaching. Special singing will be featured each evening and all are welcome. Felloivship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, April 30 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 8 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Youth 2000 to meet A special Youth 2000 program will be held at Hopewell Baptist Church on Sunday, April 30 at 4 p.m. All youth are invited to come, bring your gift and talent. For more information contact Pastor Henry A. Townes at 825-9025. Senior adult appreciation day set Gourdvine Baptist Church will honor senior adults on Sunday, April 30. Family and friends of senior adults are invited to attend Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and worship service at 11 followed by a covered dish dinner. The church is located on Route 729. For more information call 937-6133. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III ; Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Celebration planned The Baptist General Convention of Virginia Division of District 2 Women will host its fifth annual celebration on Saturday, April 29 at 3 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Church in Haywood in Madison County with the Rev. Ludwell Brown Sr. This year’s theme, Women Coming Together for the New Millennium Through Christ will feature guest speaker, Patricia Wallace, VicePresident of the Division of Women Baptist. For additional information call Rachel Aylor at 987-8739. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. W.M.U. Meeting Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Hopexvell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Brenda Todd and William Smoot Brenda Todd weds W. Smoot Mr. and Mrs. Charles Corbin of Sperryville are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Brenda K. Todd to William R. Smoot. He is the son of Laura A. Smoot of Washington and the late Herbert B. Smoot. The candle lit ceremony took place in Sperryville at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church on March 24 at 6:30 by Pastor Jon Heddleston. The bride was given away by son, Zack Todd. Justin, the youngest son, admirably served as best man. Among the guests were close friends and family. The reception was held at the home of Laura Smoot. Mr. and Mrs. Smoot are residing in Washington. B. Payne graduates Brenda Payne graduated as Valedictorian of her class on Saturday, April 15 from the nursing program at George Washington Carver Piedmont Technical Education Center in Culpeper. Throughout the 18 month course, Brenda had the highest grade point average in her class and stayed on the A/B Honor Roll. However, the accomplishment she is most proud of is that she maintained a perfect attendance record. She is a resident of Sperryville, is married to Carl Payne and has three daughters, Karen Ellis of Castleton, Susan Payne of Sperryville and Amy PerDieu of Waynesboro. Mrs. Payne is planning to attend Registered Nurse classes in the fall. Methodist Church 1 to host benefit sale May is almost here, and the April showers should be gone. I know we needed the rain but I am ready for the sun and spring. I hope everybody had a nice Easter break. The kids, I’m sure, are counting down the days to summer vacation. Speaking of spring, it is the time of year for yard sales. The Amissville United Methodist Church is having its annual yard sale, on Saturday April 29 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The UMW sponsors the sale; lunch will be available, along with baked goods, small furniture, clothing, baby things and handmade crafts. The church is located on U.S. 211 in Amissville The Amissville Volunteer Fire Department’s annual spring auction is set for Saturday, May 6 at 10 a.m. Bill Payne is the auctioneer. The fire company is in need of donations of unwanted, but in good condition, items. Clean out your closets, attics and basements. For more information you can call the firehouse at 9375125 Make plans to be at Hackley’s Country Store on Saturday, May 6 at 4 p.m. Debbie Zinn and Jake Butler will be there and all are invited to bring your instruments, so you can play along. Also, bring a lawn chair. Debbie’s new CD is available at Hackley’s. If you haven’t sponsored anyone for the “Relay For Life” to be held on May 19 and May 20, please get in touch with a team member. A lot of people in our community have been going through this terrible disease. Any donation amount will be greatly appreciated. Contact Ester Settle at 6356402 or Benny Atkins at 635 Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 2377 for more information. If you like gospel music, The Bethel Baptist church is hosting the group “Gold Tone” on Sunday, May 21 at 3 p.m. , Lunch will be served immediately following the morning service, around 1 p.m. This concert will beriefit the Cemetery Fund. A belated happy birthday to Mrs. Julia Poe, who celebrated her 95th birthday op April 21. Her family and friends gave her a party at her home, and approximately 56 people attended. I think Mrs. Poe is one of the oldest people in Aipissville. If you know of anyone who is a native Amissvillian, please let me know. I would like to get a list together to put in our history on the Amissville Web Site; WWW.Amissville.com. Speaking of the web site, the AACA is going to be putting the drawings for the “Welcome to Amissville” signfe on the web page. They will also be at Hackley’s and Mayhugh’s, so that all thfe members of the community can vote on the one they like the best. We are hoping to have the signs up by the first of September. If you would like to submit a drawing, pleaste contact me before our next meeting, which is May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Amissvillle Methodist Church. Next week is birthday week, call me with yours. Have a great week! ‘ • Marriage Licenses The following marriage licenses were issued recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Andrew Robert Haskell, Brooklyn, N.Y. and Julie Shannon Larkin, Brooklyn, N.Y. Randall Scott Reed, Woodville and Dafna Laurie, Woodville. Gilles Perroud, Merign*c, France and Carolihe Francoise Brass, Merignanc, France. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8.30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hilly VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” US. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 Rooted and Qrounded in Love A flower among flowers is this baby girl, so recently planted and entrusted to the care of those who treasure every sound and expression. Caregivers nourish her and protect her from harm in the spring of her life. As she grows older, those who love her will not be able to protect her constantly. Will she still flourish and be oblivious to the heat of peer pressure and the winds of change? When the apostle Paul was in prison for keeping the faith, he wrote to those he loved who were far away...“that the Lord may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love may have power to comprehend what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of the Lord, which surpasses knowledge...” (Ephesians 3:17-19) When we worship with our children while they are small and teach them about their God, He will be with them when we cannot...if they are “rooted and grounded in Love.” Sunday Joshua 1:1-9 Monday Judge* 13:1-15 Tuesday Isaiah 43:1 13 Wednesday Isaiah 48 I II Friday Isaiah MM3 Saturday Isaiah 49:14-26 < •.ill! »*> 1 r r \\ iliMUi* \i '•(>.*|vr Scisiy I ‘ * * H«>v l lutlirtU'"<lli\ V\ ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. • Cult (540) 825-8030 ipeper The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt 29 South • 2-miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 625-5888 • Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News Rappahannock News gift subscriptions are enjoyed 52 weeks a year. 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Easter weekend busy for Boston residents An Easter story cantata entitled “Rose Again” was presented at the New Salem Baptist Church on Sunday, with extra special music by Jeff Karnes, Jim Leschke, Tuck and Nip Pulliam, Joan Cascadden and Geneva Fincham. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Matthew, Kellie, Karla and Mark, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Peregory and Loren, joined by Mrs. Lucille Peregory and Bill Peregory of Front Royal, motored to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sammy Findley in Mauertown on Saturday, where they were entertained for a pre-Easter luncheon. put to mends, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Tharp who celebrated another year on Thursday. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville spent several days last week with her brother and sister in law, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and family on Turkey Ridge Road, while recuperating from eye surgery. Sunday afternoon Mrs. Atkins visited her niece, Miss Brenda Frazier in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and son, Jason spent the Easter weekend with Mrs. Grigsby’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dean in Dunn, N.C. Condolences go out to the family of Mrs. Virginia Robey, of Castleton way, who passed away on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Mills, Shirley, Rebecca and Mary, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer, Mr. and Others joining the group there were Carl Findley, Mr. and Mrs. James Gheen, Mr. and Mrs. Steven Stonaugle and sons, Steve and Sam, Mrs. Emily Findley and daughter, Allison. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to Mrs. Stella Rutherford of Reva way and Mrs. James Rutherford of Castleton, upon the passing of their father and brother, Mr. Ennis Jenkins of Sperryville on Friday. The “Spring Fling Festal” festivities, an annual event at Graves Mountain Lodge took place over the weekend, with owners, Jimmy and Rachel Graves as hosts. A number of area residents were in attendance. Rev. Phillip Taylor of Maryland conducted Easter sunrise services at the Good Hope Baptist Church for the 6 a.m. service Sunday. Birthday wishes are extended to Mrs. Barbara Thorp for Tuesday, Mrs. Turner Foster on Thursday and Kelly Cubbage on Friday. Belated wishes go out to Mrs. Daniel Peregory who added another year on Sunday. Our sympathy is extended to the family of Mrs. Beulah Fincham Coughlin, a former area resident, who passed away on Tuesday at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family were Sunday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and family on Castleton Ford Road. Last week was proclaimed as “Volunteer Week” and even though Rappahannock schools were on spring break and didn’t see volunteers we’d like to extend a “belated thank you” to all those volunteers who take of their time to do this volunteer work for our two schools. Saturday was Earth Day and we hope everyone did their part to protect and preserve our earth, helping to keep it safe and healthy for the future. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave of Route 707 recently visited Mrs. Cave’s brother and sister in law, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins in Sperryville. Have a great week. Stained glass window dedicated to memory of Mrs. Catherine Brown A stained glass window of the Last Supper was dedicated in memory of Mrs. Catherine Brown on Easter Sunday at the Sperryville United Methodist Church during their Easter service. Family members attending were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Overhulser of Palm Harbor, Fla., Mr. and Mrs. James Burnopp and Jessica of Fredericksburg, Mr. and Mrs. Phil Beach, Chris, Melanie and friend of Stafford, Mrs. Barbara Payne and Alan Poe both of Warrenton, John Brown of Centreville, Mr. and Mrs. Benny Brown, Travis and friend, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Reed, RT and Kayla, all of Winchester, Julian Brown and Jason, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Brown and Kayla of Lake of the Woods, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner of Montgomery Village, Md., Mr. and Mrs. Strother Brown, Jay and Sarah. Easter Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Menefee in Culpeper were Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jenkins, Christal, Tom and Ted, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Jenkins, Adam and Julie, and Mr. and Mrs. Frankie Jenkins and Kayla, all of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Branson Jenkins, Allen and Wendy, Mr. and Mrs. David Dodson, Cody and Brittani and Mrs. Debbie Courtney, Nathaniel and Ann, all of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Cotton of Waynesboro, Pa., Mrs. Wanda Jeffries and Lauren of Reva, Greg Banks of Madison, James Jenkins, Viewtown social notes Mrs. Gladys Dodson is home recuperating from surgery she received last tveek. We wish Mrs. Dodson a .'speedy recovery. Mrs. Ethel Woodard who is a patient in a Charlottesville hospital. Have a good weekend! Crystal Fincham and Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Jenkins and Dale. Music line-up at Cooter’s just west of the town this weekend will include The Skyline Bluegrass Band on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Paul Fincham, a former resident of Rappahannock and graduate of RCHS is part of the band and encourages all residents to come out and enjoy the music. Mrs. Cathy Pullen and Ashleigh and Brittany Dwyer attended the Easter egg hunt at the Washington Fire Hall on Saturday. On Saturday afternoon they attended the Easter activities and egg hunt at the Sperryville Fire Hall. There will be a benefit breakfast for Lauren Payne on May 13 at Rappahannock County Elementary School from 7 to 11 a.m.. The all you can eat breakfast will consist of gravy, biscuits, pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, fried apples, coffee and juice. Cost will be $6 for adults and $3 for children ten and under. There will also be a silent auction and bake sale. For Sperryville By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 more information call Wanda Jeffries at 547-3188 or Barbara Payne at 987-8780. Easter Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins were Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Dodson of Orange, Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh of Washington, Richard Jenkins, Amy Wharton and Amanda, all of Culpeper, Ms. Lori Darnell, Shania and Billy of Ruckersville, Heather Jenkins of Falls Church, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Baldwin, Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Baldwin and David and Larry Jenkins. Our condolences are extended to the family of Mr. Ennis Jenkins who passed away on April 22. Mrs. Rhonda Baldwin and David and Ashleigh Pullen attended the Easter egg hunt at the home of Mrs. Margaret Ann Wayland on Monday afternoon. Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Mrs. Gladys Dodson, Mrs. Joan Reid, Mrs. Becky Frazier pnd Mrs Juanita Grigsby attended Sunday dinner at the home of Billy Dodson, Rachael Grigsby and family. Mrs. Carolyn Dodson and Triez Moreland of Maryland were Saturday guests of Mrs. Dodson’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Mrs. Shirley Dodson, Gerry Corbin, April Reid and Gerry, Jr attended a cookout at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tbrnmy Frazier of Amissville. Many attended and enjoyed the Easter breakfast held at Forest Grove School. Get well wishes go out to SINK OR It’s never too late to learn how to swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. American Red Cross TOMMY H I L F I G E R Cool comfort Take It easy In comfortable sleepwear by Tommy Hilflger. Floral print chemise In sanded poplin. Ladles' S-M-L, 36.00. Basic sleepwear separates In S-M-L-XL: halter top, 18.00; crop drawstring pajama pant, 32.00 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Dayl I ROYAL PLAZA • FRi LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • _WARRENTON CENTER ONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635- 5101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12:30-5:30 » WARRENTON, VA » (540) 347-1820 « HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 Upcoming Events Benefit sale at Amissville The Amissville United Methodist Church will host their annual yard and bake sale on Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be served. Band Boosters to meet The Rappahannock Band Boosters will hold their monthly band boosters meeting on Thursday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Everyone is invited. For more information call John Weise at 937-9909. Woodard reunion slated A reunion for Bossy and Marie Woodard from Oregon will be held at the Washington Fire Hall on Saturday, April 30 beginning at 11.30 a.m. All family, friends and former school mates are welcome. Please bring a covered dish. Contestants sought Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department is in search of contestants for their upcoming beauty pageant which will be held Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m. at Ressie Jeffries School on Criser Road in Front Royal. The following age groups will be represented: birth to 23 months, Baby Miss; two to four years, Wee Miss; five to eight years, Tiny Miss; nine to 12, pre-teen Miss; 13-15, Junior Miss and 16-21 Miss. There is a $25 entry fee. For information call Karen Williams at 635-4673; Norma Settle at 635-5180 or 3661948 or Wendy Williams at 635-6392. Kids ’ fishing day slated The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, the Town of Front Royal and the Northern Shenandoah Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited, (of which Rappahannock is a part) are co-sponsoring the third annual Kids’ Fishing Day on Saturday, May 6. This event will take place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Happy Creek in Front Royal Municipal Park near Bing Crosby Stadium. Children, ages two to 15 are invited to participate and must be accompanied by a parent or adult. Pickin ’ sessions to resume Pickin’ at Hackley’s Country Store will be held on Saturday, May 6, from 4 until 8 p.m. Bring your instruments, voices and j lawn chairs and plan to have a good time. For more information call 937-5373. Rappahannock County 4-H members will be selling tickets for a 50/50 raffle to raise money for the 4-H General Fund to use for 4-H programs. Auction at AmissviUe The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company will be holding an auction on Saturday, May 6 at 6 p.m. at the fire hall. For donation pickup call J.B. Carter Jr. at 937-4218, Paul Poling at 937-5205 or Donna Hickerson at 937-3004. Screening day scheduled Rappahannock Family Guidance Services will be holding an Anxiety Screening Day at their office at 603 Mt. Salem Avenue in Washington on Wednesday, May 3 from 9 to 11 a.m. For more information call 675-3329. The Usual Suspects at Blue Moon The Usual Suspects will be performing at the Blue Moon Cafe in Sperryville on Saturday, May 13 beginning at 9:30 p.m. The Blue Moon Cafe is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in scenic Sperryville, located at 11763 Lee Highway. Seating is limited so make reservations for dinner and enjoy an evening of fun American Roots Music with The Usual Suspects. Class reunion planned Since 1961 there have been 427 graduates taught by 24 instructors of the LPN program currently located at CarverPiedmont Tech Center. There will be a reunion of all classes starting in 1961 through 2000 on June 3 at the Holiday Inn in Culpeper. Current addresses are need. Call Earl Aylor, RN, BSN, 547-3911 for details. Attention: Sixth grade parents Just a reminder the sixth graders will be receiving their third Hepatitis B shots on April 27 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Parents make sure you have all the permission slips in before! Any questions call the school nurse or the Rappahannock Health Department at 675-3516. Lions Club preparing for auction The Rappahannock County Lions are preparing for their annual auction. This year the event will be held on Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m. at the Washington Fire Hail. If you have something to donate call H.B. Wood at 987-3301; Charlie Whorton at 987-9217 or Jim Dellinger at 987-9027. Erosion, Sediment course offered Virginia’s Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is offering an Erosion and Sediment Control in Virginia course. This course was developed through the collaborative efforts of DCR’s Division of Soil and Water Conservation and the Virginia Department of Transportation. The one-day course will cover the state minimum standards, related engineering specifications and conservation practices on construction sites. Participants who complete the course and pass the examination at the end of the training will receive a certificate of completion. There is a $50 non-refundable registration fee, which includes a manual. There are six locations and dates to choose from Richmond, May 9; Fredericksburg, May 16; Charlottesville, May 25; Lynchburg, June 1; Williamsburg, June 15 and Manassas, July 12. Enrollment is limited and participants are selected on a first-come, first served basis. For more information and/or questions call 804-371-7533. Ragged Mountain activities slated The following activities are available through Ragged Mountain Resource Center. For more information contact Hunt Harris at 987-3366. • Saturday, April 29, “Women’s Hike Series.” Destination: White Oak Canyon. Details: Meet at Mountainside Market in Sperryville between 8:30-9 a.m. or at parking lot off Route 600 by 9:30 a.m. Bring food and liquid for self and layered clothing. Return by approximately 1 p.m. Contact hike leader Mary Boudreau at 540-987-9300 for information. • Saturday, May 13, “Second Saturday Hike Series.” Destination: Little Devil’s Stairs (along headwaters of Covington and Piney Rivers in central Rappahannock River watershed). Details: Meet at Mountainside Market, 987-9100 on U.S. 211 west of Sperryville between 8-8:30 a.m. and caravan from there to trail head. Return mid-to-late afternoon. Bring food for self and layered clothing according to the weather of the day. Contact hike leader Hunt Harris for more information at 987-3366. “Culpeper Day ” planned The Culpeper Ruritan Club will host “Culpeper Day” on Saturday, May 6 on Davis Street in downtown Culpeper from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festival will take place rain or shine. Persons interested in reserving a space to display crafts, information and/or exhibits should call Rusty Jenkins at 825-7768.

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Sale ends 4/30/00. 1 Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio, fine art training in the Blue Ridge foothills Have you been dreaming of painting beautiful landscapes or wanting to take the painting you are already doing to new levels of achievement? Have you been searching for a fine art teaching facility with accomplished and inspiring instructors located nearby? Well search no more because situated in the lush Blue Ridge foothills surrounded by outstanding landscapes and inspiring beauty, just an hour and a half from Washington, D.C. and close to Winchester, Front Royal, Warrenton and the Shenandoah Valley counties in Virginia, is just the place you are looking for. Let the serenity of the countryside and Blue Ridge foothills calm your spirit and inspire your creativity as you study fine art painting with outstanding artists and instructors at Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio. bhimmenng Meadows Farm Studio was founded in 1994 to provide an opportunity for exceptional fine .art WORK SPACE: Inside at Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio. ■ ally known portrait painter and children’s book training in a country setting, and to provide a painting retreat experience for urban artists^ Workshops are held throughout the year and address a variety of workshop formats, subjects and locations, from indoor studio painting to outside "on location” painting. Painting workshops in oil, pastel, watercolor and colored pencil are conducted. The workshop formats vary from still life, figure, landscape, and figure in a landscape setting. Most workshops are designed for all levels of painting ability from beginner to professional artist, and beginning artists are welcomed. Shimmering Meadows is an affiliate of The Art League School located in Alexandria. The Art League School has been teaching fine art for over 40 years and is known for its high standards and exceptional art instruction. Many of the artists who teach at Shimmering Meadows currently teach at The Art League School. The schedule of spring, summer and fall workshops will include on May 11-14, The Still Life Explored (oil and pastel) taught by nation illustrator Ned Bittinger, June 8-11, Figure in. Landscape (oil and pastel) taught by Richard Weaver, outstanding classical figure and land- . scape painter, July 28-31, Composition and Design in Landscape Painting (watercolor)' taught by nationally recognized watercolor 1 artist Steve Fleming, and Oct. 20-23 Painting* the Fall in the Blue Ridge Foothills (watered- ■ or) also taught by Steve Fleming. Steve ' Fleming and Richard Weaver currently teach • painting classes at The Art League School as well. Shimmering Meadows, while primarily set up to offer quality fine art classes, also gives the student a complete workshop experience..; Many of the workshops include a daily catered • luncheon during which time students can relax and socialize with fellow artist while enjoying the surrounding scenery. To learn more, request a brochure, or register for workshops contact Carol Vogel, Workshop Director at 547-4385 or e-mail to promise4@erols.com. Mrs. A. Pullen celebrates 88th "i Mrs. Alice Pullen celebrated her 88th birthday on Friday, April 14 at her home. Helping her celebrate with birthday cake were Mary Frances Bywaters, Charlie and Alice Virginia Butler and David Bywaters. Mrs. Pullen received many birthday cards and calls from friends and relatives. Vfe wish her a very happy belated birthday and many more. FISH DAY IT’S TIME FOR STOCKING Channel Catfish, Hybrid Blue Gill, Fathead Minnows, Large Mouth Bass, Black Crappie. (The Hybrid Blue Gill will reach a weight of 2 to 2 1/2 pounds.) Triploid White Amur Grass Carp for pond control. Delivery Will Be At The Following Location Wednesday, May 10 Southern States Co-op, Front Royal 540-635-3110 Time 11:30-12:15 p.m. Thursday, May 11 Southern States l.uray Service, Luray 540-743-6518 Time 8:00-8:45 a.m. Call your local store to place your order or call 1-870-578-9501 FISH WAGON ^202 W Jackson, Harrisburg. AR 72422. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Jonathan Sanders celebrated his third birthday at the home of his grandmother, Mary Frances By waters on Sunday, April 16. Those present were Dougie and Athena Bywaters, Mat, Josh and Angie, Cindy and Greg Sanders and Nathan, David and Terry Bywaters, Charlie and Alice Virginia Butler and Alice Pullen. Happy belated birthday to Jonathan. Emily Welch got a karate promotion in Front Royal on Friday, April 14. Emily went from a blue and white belt to a purple belt. Congratulations, Emily. Katie Welch was a recent Friday overnight guest of Exclusive Offer For Fauquier, Rappahannock & Culpeper Counties Purchase any gas burning appliance Before April 30th, 2000 and receive 6 Months No Interest Financing or 10% Off Regular Price* Columbia Propane Fauquier 540-7884472 William Russell *on approvi-d i rcdil. si 800-368-2277 Culpeper & Rappahnnock 54M2M345 •me retentions may apply Teresa Kerns Nanelle Hudson a<Sperryville. ' Bryant and Holly Welch ’ went to the movies and had dinner at Chili’s last Saturday. • The United Methodist' Women met on Mondayevening with Shelby Welch. Artis East gave the program. Others present were Mary ' Frances By waters, AlicePullen, Louise McCulloch,' Thelma Crane, Mabel Lillard,-' Barbara Gentry and Mary" Curtis. Mrs. Barbara Gentry■ attended a Retired Postmasters luncheon in Roanoke on Thursday. Jimmy Lillard of Manassas spent Easter with his mother, Mrs. Mabel Lillard. Spending last week at Nags Head, N.C. were Mrs. Christine Vest, Rodney and Jo Vest, Todd and Kim Vest; Ashley and Logan, Charles and Pat Whorton, Vallie Butler, Norma Holt, Gradyand Doris Vest and Jarad Werner. Dinner guests on EasterSunday of Mrs. Edna Lillard were Franklin and Catherine Hawkins, Butch and Rosa Hawkins of Fredericksburg, Glen and Vickie Gera, Lindsay and Stephanie of Springfield, Leon Lillard and Allison of Winchester. Have a great week and give me a call should you have social news, anniversary or birthday celebrations, etc. for this column. Jefferson Village Fest slated The Jefferson Ruritan Club is sponsoring the fourth annual Jefferson Village Fest to be held on Saturday, May 13, rain or shine from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Jeffersonton Community Center. Everyone is invited to celebrate. Admission is free. There will be crafters and other exhibitors, a giant yard sale, baked goods, good food and refreshments, music by local adult and youth church groups, puppet shows, a dressa-dog contest, children’s activities, door prizes, a Jefferson Ruritan Club exhibit and more. To rent a table or for more information call 9375119.

Obituaries A * • 1- ■ ■■ mmrntm Ennis Jenkins Sr. Sperryville resident Ennis S. Jenkins Sr., 89, of Sperryville died Friday, April 21 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. Mr. Jenkins was bom April 15, 1911 in Rappahannock County, a son of the late James Virgil and Ada Jenkins. He was a life long member of Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle and retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation after 37 years of service. Mr. Jenkins was predeceased by his wife, Della Elizabeth Jenkins and one son, Charles William Jenkins. Mr. Jenkins is survived by two sons, Ennis Jenkins Jr. of Washington and James C | ay ton Jenkins of Berryville and two daughters, Stella Mae Rutherford of Reva and Mary Catherine Atkins of Sperryville. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 16 greatgrandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild. Additional survivors include one brother, George W. Jenkins of Sperryville; three sisters, Margaret Jenkins of Front Royal, Lucille Releford of Castleton and Holly Dodson of Culpeper and a host of other relatives and friends. • Funeral services were conducted on Monday, April 24 at Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle in Nethers with the Rev. Steve Clinedinst, Rev. Charles Clinedinst and Rev. Oliver Bowles officiating. interment touowea in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gary Jenkins, Keith Jenkins, Robert Wayne Rutherford, Bill Baker, Charlie Jenkins and George Foster. Found and Sons Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. John Engle Elkton resident John William “Jack” Engle, 70, of Elkton died on Saturday, April 15 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. He was born on Jan. 9, 1930 in Winchester and was a son of the late Vernon and Bertha Moore Engle. ' Mr. Engle retired from Frazier Quarry and had worked at Merck, Reynolds Metals and Genie in Shenandoah. He also owned and operated Bee Jay Rubber Stamps in Elkton. He was a member of the Elkton Evangelical Presbyterian Church and the Shenandoah Moose Lodge. On June 17, 1949 he married Betty Haney Engle, who survives. Surviving in addition to his wife are a son, Richard A. “Rick” Engle of Elkton; a daughter, Rebecca E. “Becki” Morris of Harrisonburg; a sister, Jean Hensley of Amissville; a half-sister, Eunice Donges of Plymouth, Ohio; three grandchildren and numerous nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Richard Engle. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, April 18 at Elkton Evangelical Presbyterian Church by the Rev. James Martin. Burial was in the Elk Run Cemetery. James Smith Born in county James E. “Bud” Smith Sr., 85, of Front Royal died Sunday, April 16 at Warren Memorial Hospital. Graveside services with military honors were conducted Wednesday, April 19 at Prospect Hill Cemetery by the Rev. William Withers. Mr. Smith was bom March 31, 1915 in Rappahannock County, son of James Edward and Bertha Jewell Smith. He was a retired plumber with Fentress L. Pearson Plumbing and Heating. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in five campaigns in the European Theatre and receiving five Bronze Stars. He was the husband of the late Shirley Ruth Miller Smith. Surviving are a son, James Smith Jr. of Front Royal; three Subscribe to the Rappahannock Moon, Coll 675-3338. * • * daughters, Sandra Taylor, Sharon Pullen and Sheila Foster, all of Front Royal; six grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Beulah Coughlin Avid outdoorswoman Beulah Fincham Coughlin, 84, of Culpeper died Tuesday, April 18 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. She was bom Feb. 6, 1916 in Rappahannock County to the late Gilbert Fincham and Violet Jenkins Fincham. Mrs. Coughlin was a member of Bible Baptist Church a homemaker. She was an avid outdoorswoman who loved gardening and tending to her flowers. Mrs. Coughlin is survived by a sister, Rebecca Weaver of Culpeper and a brother, David Fincham Sr. of Warrenton. She was predeceased by her husband, Oscar Raymond Coughlin; a sister, Leola McCloud and a brother, Clifton Fincham. Funeral services were conducted on Friday, April 21 at Found and Sons Chapel with Pastor Carl Menefee. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jeff Fincham, Ricky Fincham, Dale McCloud, Branson Jenkins, Paul Karnes and Jeff Karnes. Russell Noakes Sr. Formerly of Front Royal Russell Benjamin Noakes Sr., 65, formerly of Front Royal died Thursday, April 13 in Jacksonville, Fla. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, April 16 at the AllanDale Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Mr. Noakes was bom June 17, 1934, son of the late Clarence Dudley and Ida Rose Noakes. Surviving are his wife, Barbara Ann Noakes; a son, Russell B. Noakes Jr. of Jacksonville; three daughters, Virginia, Rose and Wendy, all of Jacksonville and ten grandchildren. Additional survivors include two brothers, Clarence Dudley Noakes Jr. of Front Royal and Edward Noakes of Flint Hill and eight sisters, Doris Grove, Shirley Vaught, Elsie Kirk, Nancy Laing and Geraldine Lee, all of Front Royal, Marie Groniger of Greensboro, N.C., Mary Parker of Charleston, S.C. and Margaret Mauck of Culpeper. [Ufiouglzh by Randy Minter INNER PEACE Much of the value of prayer and meditation comes from directing our focus upon our inner selves. In this quiet interior space, we can contemplate our spiritual nature. In the words of Soren Kierkegaard, “If a (man) in the desert were suddenly to discover a spring in his tent, and so would always be able to have water in abundance, how fortunate he would consider himself - so, too, when a man who has a physical being is always turned toward the outside, thinking that his happiness lies outside him, finally turns inward and discovers that the source is within him, not to mention his discovery that the source is his relation to God.” Discovering a way to have peace within is a rich asset as we grow older. We are all beset with challenges that hurt us, so it behooves us to cultivate practices which bring us inner calm and serenity. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue in Warrenton, we know that losing a loved one is often a shock, even when death is expected. We are experienced in offering support to those who are suffering sudden recent loss. Call 540-347-3431, and we’re happy to lend a hand. “The soul can split the sky in two, and let the face of God shine through. ” -Edna St. Vincent Millay Ursula Johnson Front Royal resident Ursula Byrd Canard Johnson, 80, of Front Royal died Monday, April 17 at Winchester Medical Center. Funeral services were conducted Friday, April 21 at Royston Funeral Home in Marshall by the Rev. David Cleveland. Burial was in Ivy Hill Cemetery at Upperville. Mrs. Johnson was born Oct. 21, 1919 in Fauquier County, daughter of the late George Cleveland and Annie Lewis Kerns Canard. She was the wife of the late Rinker Armstead Johnson. Surviving are two daughters, Peggy J. Leathers of Strasburg and Carlotta J. Jury of Fairfax; four sisters, Bessie Heflin of Orange City, Fla., Cathryn Noiseux and Dorothy Frazier, both of Front Royal and Elizabeth Parsons of Ft. Pierce, Fla. and three brothers, Perry Canard of Amissville, James Canard of Woodstock and Bobby Lee Canard of Marshall. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, nine greatgrandchildren and a stepgreat-grandchild. Pallbearers were Sonny Leathers, Jackie Sowers Jr., Benny Sowers, Travis Sprouse, Bobby Lee Canard and Julian Allen Canard. Pete Smoot Air Force veteran Pete J. Smoot, 69, of Winchester died Wednesday, April 19 at Winchester Medical Center. Graveside services were conducted Monday, April 24 at Shenandoah Memorial Park by the Rev. Anthony A. Wadsworth. Mr. Smoot was born Feb. 10, 1931 in Rappahannock County, son of James Henry and Carrie Rutherford Smoot. He was an Air Force veteran and retired from Rubbermaid Commercial Products. Surviving are his wife, Mary Catherine Smoot; two sons, Lawrence Smoot of Stephens City and Mark Smoot of Winchester; a daughter, Pamela J. Cross of Winchester; three sisters, Caroline Evins of Milan, 111., Patsy Carpenter of Boyce and Anna Craig of Middletown; a brother, Winfield Smoot of Frederick County and three grandsons. Arrangements were handled by the Jones Funeral Home in Winchester. Virginia Robey Castleton resident Virginia C. Robey, 53, of Castleton died Saturday, April 22 at her residence. Mrs. Robey was born Jan. 19, 1947 in Fauquier County, a daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth N. Hiatt of Culpeper and the late Roland Lee Tinder. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband of 34 years, Ronny Lee Robey; four sons, Ronny Lee Robey Jr. and Joshua Adam Robey, both of Culpeper, Brian Michael Robey and Terry Courtney Robey and his wife, Janet, all of Castleton. Other survivors include one brother, Roy Lee Tinder of Fairbome, Ohio; two sisters, Kathy Tinder of Culpeper and Debbie Becker of Cameron, N.C. and one granddaughter, Kayla Courtney Robey. She is also survived by 13 nieces, six nephews, nine grand-nieces, five grandnephews and Michelle “Gen” Cook, who was just like her granddaughter. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, April 25 at Found and Sons Chapel with Pastor Steve Dodson officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Julia Jasper Homemaker Julia B. Jasper, 92, of Front Royal died Friday, April 21 at her residence in Front Royal. She was born July 17, 1907. She was a homemaker. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Timbers and Cornelia Banks, both of Front Royal and Cassie Hughes of Baltimore, Md.; a son, Aubrey Jasper of Washington, D.C.; 12 grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren and six greatgreat-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, April 26 at Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill with Rev. Howard Frye officiating. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Flint Hill. Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, Va. 22601 or Macedonia Baptist Church, P.O. Box 626, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. Joynes Funeral Home Inc. in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. 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INDEX Rental* 001. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roommates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 080. Rentals - Office 085. Property Management 088. Rentals - Wanted 089. Hunting Properties Vacation Places 090. Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099. Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 135. Real Estate For Sale 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 190. Real Estate Wanted 193. Real Estate Services 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment 222. Farm Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244. Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Furniture & Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 273. Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Service Please refer to category you wish to use 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Fim Merchandise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381. Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous Services 395. Services Wanted Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Lsga| Notices 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising tor real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you tor any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the ^ualit^^dvertisec^roductso^eivice^ We Accept 1 BR HOUSE on Rt 211. Near Sperryville. Appliances inc. Oil turn, heat, cent. AC.Call after 6:30 pm, 540-987-8350. WARRENTON LOG home on 10 acs. fried w/3-stall bam, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, loft, $1,850/mo Avail 6-1. 703-912-9708 OCEAN CITY, MO T/H. Sleeps 6, on canal w/dock. Rent all summer, $9300. Weeks avail too. 410-303-1409 122 Hotnts BEALETON-3 BR. 2 BA Cape Cod w/7.5% assum. mort. New heat pump, Ig. fenced lot, 2 out bldgs. $115,900. 540-439-3132 SCENIC 48.3 ac prime farmland, w/2 frame houses, 22 mi W of Warrenton via Rt.211 & 522 ® 463 Oearing Rd. Flint Hill. $600K. Call 540-635-5233. E-mail: www.rnichlsn@rma.edu 135 INVESTMENT PROPERTY 2 brick apartment buildings with four rental units each. Located on 3 acres. Both buildings included in price of $399,950.00. Norman Realty, Inc. (S40) 349-0660 WORK SHOP. 2400 s.f. on hwy. 211, Sperryville. Lease & ref. req. $1400/ mo. Avail. 5/1. 703-712-8443. FURNITURE STORE Amish Furniture & Accessories Old Town Warrenton, VA. Well organized, excellent traffic, 6 years in business. Owner retiring. 540-347-5555 232 Oarage/ **** Yard Sato V___/ GET CASH!!!!!! Sell Your Stuff!! YARD SALES Call Now!!!! 540-347.42x2 FAX: $40-349-8*76 jcobcrti timcapapcrs.com (Limes SAT. 4/29, 8:30 - 2 BS/> Troop 180, Yard Salt Fundraiser. Waterloc Station - Rankins Fur niture parking lot. Assorted items to numerous to list Warrentor on 29 N. -. 240 Horm V_✓ BOMBPROOF PONY I WANTED for temporary to permanent lease. 7 yr. old girl beginner. Small - large, medium preferred. Very good home with constant supervision. 540-3642929 PERFOMANCE TESTED Angus Bulls, reasonable prices. Ginger Hill . Angus 540-675-1001; 675-3691; 675-1394. MUST SELL! SAVE Huge on Select Models-25x32,30x60, 40x46,50x110. Buy Factory Direct! Ideal backyard shops/garages. Rnancing Available. Cal 1-800-341-7007 www.rteelwagteiruta.cow PIANO FOR SALE: take on low monthly payment. Beaut, console piano. No Money down. 1-800-371-1220. BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678. BARN HOMESNEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678. FREE FIREWOODTLarge oak tree, cut-up, not split, you-haul away. 9818 Lees Mill Rd., Warrenton, VA. 540349-8165. FREETmanuER. canbe loaded you haul. 540351-1625. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079. r 298 Last J MISSING: LARGE, male. Shepherd-Husky mix. Called “Bouncer." this gentle dog lost around Apr 16. At that time he wore identification and tick collar. Reward. (540) 987-8961. ---—■—N 605 AutemoMM .. ..My MERCEDES BENZ 1989, 300TE, station wagon, auto, 143K, maroon/tan Ithr, 3rd seat, sun root, titled as a restored veh., MSTA, $9000. $4k below NADA. D- 540-3492665, E-540-341-7424. Truck* / Pickup* :ORD RANGER, 1994, XLT, 5 sp., low mileage, well maintained. $4800 OBO. 540-788-9070 'rntMte PuHTIm* ' 3,3 Employment APPRENTICE EARLY AIR CRAFT CONSTRUCTION SHOP/ GROUNDS KEEPER/ MAINTENANCE FT/PT Immediate opening. <,Company benefits. 540-347-1909 AWI Certified Prem. Grade Mill work Shop seeks field personnel for high-end millwork installation. Exp. only for: One Supervisor Three Foreman Five Mechanics Three Helpers Must he motivated 703-260-3370 CARPENTER HELPER/ LABORER Kreyling Const., a premiere builder in Rappahannock Co, seeks carpenter Helper/ Laborer who is self-motivated & willing to learn. Great work environment, benefits. Pay dependant upon exp. Full-time desired, summer only possible. Must have telephone & transportation. Call 540987-3145 Cashier Full-time Experienced preferred, must be 21. Apply at Settles Grocery Flint Hill 540-675-3252 CONSTRUCTION GENERAL CONTRACTOR seeks both superintendent & carpenter with 10 yrs. experience in commercial & industrial. Good pay EOE Contact Box JEC310874 The Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 Electrical Foreman 4 or more years experience & low voltage tech.'s Exp. in Telephone & CAT-5 cabling. Top wages & benefits Call 540-439-4541 or fax resume to: 540-439-8166 ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Residential TOP PAY AND BENEFITS Sundance Electric Contractors, Inc. (540) 349-8200 HAIR STYLIST & SHAMPOO TECHNICIANS FULL-TIME. For salon in Old Town Warrenton. Please call 540-347-9656 Legal Notices v j TRUSTEE SALE 55 Sycamore Ridge Road Rappahannock County In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of, $108,120.00 with an annual interest rate of 7.50% from Glen Allan Swain and Shannon E. Swain dated November 21, 1995 recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia, in Deed Book 215, at page 836, default having occurred in the payment of the Note thereby secured and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance to the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Washington, Virginia, on May 16, 2000 at 1:15 o’clock p.m. the property described in said deed, located at the above address and briefly described as: Beginning at a point on the westerly side of Route 653 and the southeasterly comer of the land of John A. Atkins; thence, with the westerly side of Route 653 S. 38° 09' 12” W. 190.91 feet to a point, and S. 30° 49' 50” W. 48.94 feet to a point; thence, departing Route 653 and through the land of Frank E. Atkins; N. 67° 04' 27” W. 376.35 feet to a point, and N. 36° 21’ 21” E. 239.23 feet to a point, the southwesterly property corner of the land of John A.'Atkins; thence with the southerly property line of John A. Atkins; S. 67° 04' 27" E. 377.66 feet to the point of beginning, and containing 2.000 acres of land, with improvements thereon. TERMS OF SALE: CASH. A deposit of $10,000.00, cash or certified check, will be required at the time of sale with settlement within fifteen (15) days from the date of sale. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, we advise you that this firm is a debt collector attempting to collect the indebtedness referred to herein and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. SAMUEL I. WHITE. P C.. Substitute Trustee FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: SAMUEL I WHITE, P C (0827-00) 130 Business Park Drive Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 757-497-4607 - Call Between 9:00 a.m, and 11:30 am. 4-19, 4-26, 5-3, 5-10-00 #310120 ESTATE NEEDS COUPLE Wife: cook, house clean, some childcare, groundskeeper. Husband: Maintenance/ groundskeeper. Fax resume/ references (540) 349-1764 HOUSEKEEPER Needed for Bed & Breakfast in Washington, VA. Occasional weekend and evening work required. Experienced preferred. Good starting rate. Please contact Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interview. KENNEL ASSISTANT NEEDED Part-time 18 yrs or older540-937-3336 540937-3283 LOADER OPERATOR Culpeper & Fauquier Counties. Clearing driveways, basements. 540-788-4450 Lv. msg. w/phone number MECHANIC needed FT, exp., reliable & punctual. See Erinie BLALOCK CYCLE 170 Lee Hwy Warrenton, VA Owens & Dove, Inc A Manassas contractor needs Heavy Equipment Mechanic w/own tools. Operators and truck drivers w/valid CDL’s. Competitive wages & benefits. Call 703-330-0012 Maintenance Person FT Responsible for performing maintenance duties to assure preservation and upkeep of all buildings, fixtures and equipment. Knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems required. HVAC - EPA certified preferred. Must be available for after hours emergencies on a rotation basis. Great pay Good benefits Fax resume to: 540-829-0286 or call: 540-825-6025 for application. EOE MEDICAL ASSISTANT Busy Warrenton office, limited labwork necessary. Salary based on experience. Please send resumes to: JEC309693 The Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 Murray Biscuit Company has available an Independent Distributor DSD Cookie Route based in Manassas, Culpeper, and Warrenton. Route offers outstanding sales growth ana income potential for an aggressive route sales person. Contact Joe at (804) 360-4422 for an appointment. PARTS PERSONNEL Industrial/Agricultural Fast paced and fast growing local dealer seeks individual with previous experience or desire to advance. Competitive salary & benefits 401k & Med THEROS (540) 347-3291 Waiter/Waitress Cook Dishwasher Bartender KELLY’S FORD » Please call Betty Hansel - 540-399-1779 EDUCATION REPORTER Talented, enthusiastic reporter with an interest in the schools. Must have some newspaper background. Send resume, and clips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Wairenton, VA 20188 OFFICE MANAGER Needed to provide admin, support for 5 person office in Middleburg. If you have exc. word processing, A/P, A/R skills & are able to maintain hard copy files, we would like to meet you. Job also requires ability to keep track of multiple tasks & face-to-face contact with clients. Knowledge of commercial & custom construction a plus. Discretion & maturity are essential, salary commensurate with exp. If Interested reply to: Box 1788 Middleburg, VA 20118 or fax to: 540-687-6632 Northern Virginia Sales Associate for Sunnyside Farms, excellent customer service and communication skills required. Competitive hourly wage with a flexible work schedule. Please phone 540-675-2627 or 540-675-3636. EOE Security Best Interest Security is now hiring PT/FT for Opal, Haymarket, & Leesburg. Starting at $7.50. (DCJS112720) 703-492-4121 SECURITY OFFICER Richmond Security is hiring immediately for the position of Security Officer for sites in Culpeper. FT or RT/3rd shift. For info call: 800-821-0581 Retirees encouraged to apply. SKILLED MAINTENANCE HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing Paint/Wallpaper/Tile THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months 3reat opportunity for experienced individual 3r apprentice to work with a very talented arofessional in nice surroundings. Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation, and more. Call Anne today @ 540-675-3800 ext. 46, or send resume with salary history to The Inn at Little Washington, POB 300, Washington, VA 22747. FAX 540-675-3100. Reservations * Housekeeping Dining Room Staff Busperson * Kitchen Custodian THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months Full-Time, Part-Time Available Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation and more. Call Anne today @ 540-675-3800 ext. 46 The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Sts. _Washington, VA 22747 CUSTOMER SERVICE ANALYST Omni Services, Inc. is a fast growing coml»any that believes technology is a key to competitive success. Omni is looking lor a Customer Service Analyst who gets excited about problem solving in a fast paced team environment. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a “put the customer first” attitude. Duties include Level 1 support for Omni’s computer systems, proprietary applications, as well as Level 1 and 2 support of Microsoft NT and MS Office applications. For consideration please forward resume, to Scott Jenkins at the address below. sienkms@omni-services.com fax.: 540-829-5549 Omni Services. Inc. 14115 Lover’s I.ane Culpeper. VA 22701

Employment I’M TIRED For weeks I’ve been interviewing men and women for positions of $800 - $1500 or more per week. I’m tired of these merVwomen who come to me looking for $200 - $300 per week. We have an opening for 2 dignified men or women to assist families in Cemetery Planning. If there is someone out there, a Real Sales person, who wants a challenge, who’s willing to work and help me build my business. The persons we accept for this position can expect to EARN $40,000 + PER YEAR. We offer complete training and many company benefits. Call 540-937-7259 QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN Smith-Midland Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician. Duties include concrete aggregate testing, product inspection before and after casting, some report preparation and other duties as assigned. Background in precast concrete and blueprint reading helpful. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, competitive wages and opportunities for advancement. Interested persons may send resumes to: Smith-Midland, Corp P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax resumes to: 540-439-1232 or contact Personnel at: 540-439-3266 UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER Salaxy: $21,100 - $24,153 DOg Immediate opening in the water pollution control division to perform building and ground maintenance Monday through Sunday, daytime hour shifts. Requires excellent physical condition, valid drivers license and good driving record. CDL operators’ license and experience with sewage pumping stations desirable. Minimum education, HS grad or GED. Excellent fringe benefits. For required application'. www.leesbuiWa.org 703-737-7177 The Town of Leesburg P.O. Box 88, Leesbur’grVA^)178 Closing Date: May 12, 2000 EOE/ADA STAFFORD INSULATION & HOME PRODUCTS Serving Central A Northern Virginia INSULATION INSTALLERS • Full training program • Full-time . --mi - • Year round work , • Medical, Dental A Life Insurance • 401K Must have drivers license 540-829-9999 CHAPTER MANAGER Fauquier Chapter/American Red Cross Part-time (24 hours/week) Excellent salary, vacation, sick time. Seeking highly-motivated individual, BS degree (preferred), leadership experience, to join the American Red Cross team, fund raising experience a plus, computer skills (Microsoft Office) required. Knowledge of local area helpful. All applications must be received by May 5th close of business. American Red Cross 53 South Third Street Warrenton, VA 20186 540-340-2516 Wash i n<, ion Si HI KHAN Pki ss Nl I WORK TRAFFIC MANAGER Immediate openings for highly-efficient newspaper-experienced traffic manager to join award-winning “Dream Team” of Americas largest suburban newspaper network headquarted in Reston, VA. Work with veteran newspaper staff of the WASHINGTON SUBURBAN PRESS NETWORK, interact with national advertisers, and be responsible for weekly ad trafficking of multi-million dollar advertising base to our 86 community newspapers. Must possess good working knowledge of newspaper production processes, excellent personal communication and computer skills, and ability to work well in deadline oriented environment. Salary commensurate with experience; excellent benefits. Qualified applicants with entrepreneurial spirit should send confidential resumes and salary requirements to: Gay Nuttall President/CEO: e-mail GAYNeWSPNET.COM or fax (703)904-1009 SECRETARY Join the exciting world of aviation. Saab Aircraft of America, Inc. is in need of a qualified Secretary to support our spares distribution business office Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.rn. Responsibilities wilt include extensive file maintenance, taking minutes at meetings, report writing, ordering office supplies, coordinating travel, meeting planning, sales and purchase order administrations, as well as answering department phones. Requires a minimum of 3-4 years secretarial experience in a similar environment, plus proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent communication and organization skills required. Must be able to work independently and be committed to hours assigned. Qualified applicants only, please send resume, including salary history to: Saab Aircraft of America, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 21300 Ridgetop Circle Sterling, VA 20166 HR SPECIALIST (HRIS) Dulles, VA ORBITAL SCIENCES, a world leader in space and information products and services, has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Specialist who will be responsible for a variety of specialized HRIS duties in support of the Dulles Human Resources team. Duties include entering new hires, processing record changes, developing HRIS reports, and coordinating the salary administration and performance appraisal process. 2-4 years Human Resources experience with HRIS proficiency required. We’re seeking a team player with excellent communication skills, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of administrative'and management personnel. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package in a collegial HR team environment. Please send your resume and salary requirements to our resume management service: Orbital, P.O. Box 3058, Job Code LTJM426, Scranton, PA 18505-0058. FAX: (888) 324-3131 Email: orbital@alexus.com. Principals only. EOE, M/F/D/V. You must include the job code for your resume to be considered. WRITERS WANTED Work in a creative, professional newsroom. Live in a beautiful, friendly community. The Fauquier Times Democrat is looking for two talented reporters to cover police and education news. Newspaper experience preferred. Send clips and resume to: Robin Earl Managing Editor Fauquier times Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 540-347-4222 NURSING POSITIONS * LPN, Team Leader, PT, Night Shifts * Certified Nursing Assistant, PT, Evening & Night Shifts •Certified Nursing Assistant, PT, Day, Every Other Weekend Great Differentials! Competitive Salaries! Our Mission: To Provide Excellent Resident Care We seek licensed staff to provide excellent care to residents in Assisted Living. We are an attractive, superbly staffed, non-profit organization. Join our friendly, caring and supportive team. Mail/fax resume or call Karen at (703) 404-5220. Falcons Landing 20522 Falcons Landing Circle Sterling, VA 20165 FAX: (703) 404-5206 EOE M/F/V/D RECEPTIONIST Full Time Publishing Company, Dulles area Exciting Opportunity Competitive Salary Excellent Benefit Package Including 401K plan. Duties Include: Answering phones. Greeting guests. Maintaining schedule for busy conference room & assisting with preparation for meetings-conference^training, data entry and other duties as assigned. Must enjoy a fast paced environment, have experience in MS office. Hours 8:30 - 5:30 p.m. ' Fax Resume & Salary Requirements to , 703-478-6691 FOE BCC, a Black Box Confounded in 1982 provides voice & data cabling services. TECHNICIANS NETWORK CABLING 2 yrs min. exp. w/ CAT5 UTP & Fiber Optics Vendor certifications a plus BICS1 cert Major plus Excellent driving record COMMUNICATION TECHNICIANS Sterling based, growing, fast paced communications company seeking communication technicians with one or more of the following skills for nationwide work; Central office, switches, power experience & equipment installation. FAX resume to: (703) 404-0375 Licensed BICSi Training Facility Drug testing is a condition of employment. EOE Whether buying or selling, appliances, cars, boats, or even baseball cards, the Classifieds are full of great values. Reach over half a million shoppers with our special offer... *30.00 on any Classified 5-line ad in all of our Northern Virginia papers. Excludes display and employment ads (Times Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA Call today to place your ad! 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John Huff attains Eagle Scout rank John Mathew Huff, a member of BSA Troop 180, Warrenton has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. An Eagle Court of Honor was held earlier this year. To earn the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America, John earned 21 required merit badges, served in various leadership positions for his troop, including Senior Patrol Leader. He completed an Eagle Scout project that benefited C.M. Bradley School. During his years in scouting, John attend several High Adventure camps including Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. John is a 1999 graduate of Fauquier High School and is currently attending Northern Virginia Community College. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Edward Huff of Warrenton and the grandson of Mrs. Sarah Latham of Photo courtesy of Sarah Latham HONORED: John Huff receives his Eagle Scout plaque from Scoutmaster Michael Dreelin. Amissville. Mr. and Mrs. Allie Huff of Front Royal are his paternal grandparents. Troop 180 is sponsored by Our Savior Lutheran Church in Warrenton and Michael Dreelin is Scout Master of that troop. Birthday wishes to Bobbie Jo Brown Happy birthday to our granddaughter, Bobbie Jo Brown who will have her 14th birthday on Friday, April 28. On Tuesday Mrs. Ann Simmons and Mrs. Ruth Clark were in Merrifield and had lunch in Manassas. Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were in Winchester on Thursday for Mr. Clark’s check up at Winchester Hospital Center. En route home they had lunch in Front Royal. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Stafford, Curtiss Payne, Richard and Ann Simmons, Sarah Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie Jo and Pati Eastham. On Sunday Mrs. Marilyn Bailey had Easter lunch with Mr. and Mrs. John Norman and family and dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Johnathan Bailey and daughter in Huntly. There will be a benefit breakfast for four year old lhe spring meeting of the Women’s Missionary Union of the Shiloh Baptist Association will be held on Thursday at the Washington Baptist Church. Registration will begin at 4 p.m. Mrs. Betty Henning of Chicago, 111. spent five days recently with her son-in-law and daughter, Richie and Pati Eastham on Fodderstack Road. Those enjoying Easter Sunday dinner with Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mr. and Mrs. Donald Keyser and daughter Michelle of Alexandria, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Keyser and son Austin of Springfield, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill and Mrs. Virginia Cloud. Our condolences to Ennis Jenkins Jr. and the family on the passing of his father, Ennis Jenkins Sr. of Sperryville on Friday at Culpeper Hospital. Happy birthday to my brother-in-law Charles Clark in Manassas, who has a birthday on Sunday, April 30. Dinner guests on Easter Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Tim and Edie Falls and children, Samantha and Robert of Woodville, Kenny Miller and son, Craig of L,auren rayne ai n«^n,o on Saturday, May 13 from 7 to 11 a.m. For more information call 547-3188 or 987-8780. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz spent the Easter holiday with their daughter, Mrs. Denise Jakubowicz and family in Doylestown, Pa. Easter Sunday visitors of Mrs. Dorothy Ralls were Mr. and Mrs. Ike Ralls and family of Linden, Steve Ralls and Mike of Washington D.C., Mrs. Linda Clark and daughter, Amanda. Our sympathy to Mrs. Tansy Frazier in Castleton on he passing of her aunt, Mrs. Millie Funkhouser in Maryland. Mr. and Mrs. Phil Butler of Falls Church were weekend guests of his mother, Mrs. Alice Butler. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harris and children of Chester Gap were Saturday afternoon visitors of Mrs. Alice Butler and Mr. and Mrs. Phil Butler. On Saturday evening Mrs. Alice Butler hosted a birthday dinner in honor of her son Phil Butler. Those attending were his wife Judy Butler, Babitt Swindler of Sperryville, Charlie Butler of Woodville, Alicia McGuire of Vienna, Mrs. Erma Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Butler and Rachael Berta. Have a great week! Vest family returns from vacation Rodney and Jo Vest, Charles and Pat Whorton, Todd, Kim, Ashley and Logan Vest, Vallie Butler, Norma Holt and Mrs. Christine Vest Woodville By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 RCPS menus RCES Breakfast: Monday, May 1: Bagel french toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday, May 2: Bacon egg cheese muffin or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, May 3: Hot oatmeal/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, May 4: Grilled cheese sandwich or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Friday, May 5: Breakfast pizza or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Lunch: Monday, May 1: French bread pizza, choose two: buttered peas, sliced peaches, fresh fruit. Tuesday, May 2: Pork shoestrings, hot biscuit/butter, choose two: macaroni and cheese, green beans, chilled fruit. Wednesday, May 3: Hamburger on bun, choose two: french fries, hot aDDle returned home Saturday after spending a week in Nags Head, N.C. on a family vacation. Easter dinner guests of Joel, Merle and Derek Daczewitz were Gladys Dulaney of Luray, Greg Daczewitz and Vickie of Haymarket, Philip and Jackie Daczewitz of Fayettsville, Pa. Michael Anderson and son, Scott of Lori, S.C. spent the Easter holiday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Anderson. Billy and Nina Fox of Luray, Richard and Peggy Wayland of Slate Mills and Myrtle Falls were visitors of crisp, chilled fruit. Thursday, May 4: Pork barbecue or ribs, spiral pasta salad, choose two: cole slaw, baked beans, jello salad. Friday, May 5: Turkey sub, lettuce tomato cheese, choose two: potato rounds, buttered corn, chilled fruit. RCHS Lunch: Monday, May l:Cheese pizza, garlic bread sticks, buttered com, chilled fruit or cheeseburger on bun, tuna salad on bun. Tuesday, May 2: Grilled ham and cheese, french fries, chilled fruit, homemade cookie or chicken pattie on bun, bologna and cheese sub. Wednesday, May 3: Hot turkey sandwich, stuffing and gravy, mashed potatoes, jello salad or hamburger on bun, tuna salad on bun. Thursday, May 4: Taco’s with garlic bread sticks, french fries, hot apple crisp or cheese pizza, pork shoestrings. Friday, May 5: Chicken pattie on bun, potato rounds, chilled fruit, mini pretzels or hot dog on bun, bologna and cheese sub. Mrs. June Clark this past week. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. Real Estate Directory jpf Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Mitchel S. Karp and wife to Richard L. Payne and wife, 9.8904 acres, Deborah-Helen Estates, lot P, Wakefield District. $75,600. Irma L. Hensley to Steven Lee Hensley, two-thirds percent interest of one percent in 534.4793 acres. Deed of gift. Subscribe to the Rappahannock Mows. Call 675-3338. EQUAL i HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-4248590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 4263500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. PermaTreal PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 Complete Dispersal for Leonard Milliken Friday, April 28, 2000 • 10:30 a.m. Pigeon Hill Farm, Warrenton VA TRACTORS: Case int. 1594 w/cab; Int. 886 w/loadcr; 685 w/2255 loader; 584 w/2200 loader; 484 & 140 w/Woods belly mower; Ford 5000; MF 240; AC 160 & Farmall H. VEHICLES: 1998 Chew Tahoe; 1994 3500 CMC; 1989 & 1985 Chevy' 3500; 1981 J10 Jeep; 1979 white Road Boss road tractor; 1978 Freightliner. TRAILERS: 199 Big Valley; 1994 Shopmade; 1987 Big Valiev Stock; 1982 Gooseneck 2 horse & car trailer. CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT: Cat 955 K track loader; Cat 416 backhoe; 310 skid steer loader; Hay equipment; NH 1411 diskbine; 640 baler; 474 haybine; 311 & 269 square baler w/kicker; Hay rakes; Hav tedder; Betco wheel rake. LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT: 2 VWV livestock chutes; NH 351 grinder-mixer & Teco calf chute. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: MF 520 & Ford disks; 4 MF plows; Log splitters; Danuser posthole digger; Snow blade; Rotary cutters; Kawasaki 4 wheeler; Shop tools; Air compressors; Generator; Proof sets of old & new coins; Old rolled coins; Handguns; Long guns; 1972 Stylctte 3 BR mobile home; Plus much more. For brochure: COLEMAN SALES INC. (804) 286-2743 VAAI #197 Real Estate Deadline 3pm Monday Call for Information 675-3338 ^JEfew Design & Construction Management j Rappahannockt ;; | l§i . Design St gqf flnfl 1 Company, ifi in t#S Robert EtchellS j m Washington, Vlrgintjji|3 540-675-196©! Commercial Property in Rappahannock County! Twenty acres in the designated commercial area outside of town. Frontage on Route 211 and Route 636. Possible short term owner financing & divisions! $25,000/acre as a whole. The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Ziridel, Broker (540) 675-1190 butchz@summit. net tOUAl *OU»MO OPPOMTUNltV Since 1927 ^^^ ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia's Finest Real Estate For Over I lalf a Oentury Spring is in full bloom at Duchesse Farm! The clapboard Colonial Farmhouse (c. 1803) is situated on 102 beautiful acres offering some of the prettiest mountain and pastoral views in Rappahannock County. Lovely random-width pine floors, well-proportioned rooms (three with fireplaces), eight foot ceilings, front and side porches and loads of charm. Horse facilities include a six stall bam with hunt rtx>m, bath, lounge/exercise rtxtm and office and 60 acres of fenced pasture. Other dependencies include a four car garage with workshop, bay for horse van and a carriage house. $799,000 H Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 * Jean Lillard 540-6750670 [fl Walk in the woods, look at the views, play in the river, on this 105 acre parcel. Several jeep roads make it easy to get around, views in all directions through the trees. Great spot for passive solar home. Very secluded with frontage on Hazel River. $338,980 www.emday-realtars .com PRIME COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Famous landmark location for Sperryville. Grosses nearly 1/2 million annually. Business has expanded and is moving. Located on busy 211 near Skyline Drive, next to Cooter’s. Perfect for antiques, restaurant, hardware store, you name it. Commercial well, town septic. 2,400 square feet. $225,000 Call Tom at 540-987-8834